Software Lead Salary in Topeka, KS

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How much does a Software Lead make in Topeka, KS?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Software Lead in Topeka, KS is $128,295. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $113,030 to $144,264, with most professionals earning between $99,131 and $158,803.

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Average Salary Range for Software Lead in Topeka, KS

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
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128295

Average Total Cash Compensation

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120076
158034
137852
What is the average salary for Software Lead in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Software Lead in Topeka, KS. The base salary for Software Lead ranges from $113,030 to $144,264 with the average base salary of $128,295. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $120,076 to $158,034 with the average total cash compensation of $137,852.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $128,295 $113,030 - $144,264
Bonus $9,557 $7,047 - $13,770
Total Pay $137,852 $120,076 - $158,034
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Software Lead Salary Near Topeka, KS

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Topeka, KS
CITY, STATE Lawrence, KS AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $115,866 - $147,884 COMPARE TO Topeka, KS
CITY, STATE Manhattan, KS AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $111,791 - $142,683 COMPARE TO Topeka, KS
CITY, STATE Lenexa, KS AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $120,324 - $153,574 COMPARE TO Topeka, KS
CITY, STATE Olathe, KS AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $119,989 - $153,147 COMPARE TO Topeka, KS
CITY, STATE Shawnee, KS AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $120,324 - $153,574 COMPARE TO Topeka, KS
CITY, STATE Overland Park, KS AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $120,324 - $153,574 COMPARE TO Topeka, KS
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About Topeka, Kansas    Topeka (/toʊˈpiːkə/; Kansa: Tó Pee Kuh) is the capital city of the U.S. state of Kansas and the seat of Shawnee County. It is situated along the Kans....More

Topeka, Kansas  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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