SOC 15-1252 · New York · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Software Developers in New York is $171,034 per year ($82.23/hr). This is 22% higher than the national median of $140,192. The middle 50% earn between $128,453 and $221,050 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $276,269.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $42.61 | $88,638 | +22.0% |
| P25 | $61.76 | $128,453 | +22.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $82.23 | $171,034 | +22.0% |
| P75 | $106.27 | $221,050 | +22.0% |
| P90 | $132.82 | $276,269 | +22.0% |
Information sector openings declined modestly (-9K) in February. Quit rates dropped to 1.3%, the lowest in a decade. The "Great Stay" is strongest in tech: employees are staying put, giving employers maximum leverage on new offers.
The median (P50) annual salary for Software Developers in New York is approximately $171,034, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 22% higher than the national median of $140,192.
Entry-level Software Developers (10th percentile) in New York earn approximately $88,638 per year. The 25th percentile is $128,453. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $276,269.
New York pays 22% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $140,192 vs $171,034 in New York. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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