Software Developers Salary in Bakersfield, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Bakersfield-Delano, CA

Median annual salary $132,590 -0.4% vs national
Median hourly $63.75
10th percentile $91,680
90th percentile $200,980
Employed locally 740
National median $133,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $91,680
    25th
    $103,890
    50th (median)
    $132,590
    75th
    $165,120
    90th
    $200,980

    Bakersfield economic context

    Unemployment rate 8.60% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,660 2023 • Census ACS
    Software Developers salary vs area income 196% Median Software Developers salary is 96% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Software Developers make per hour in Bakersfield?

    The median hourly wage for Software Developers in Bakersfield, CA is $63.75, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $97.98 or more per hour.

    Is Bakersfield above or below average for Software Developers salaries?

    The median Software Developers salary in Bakersfield, CA is 0.4% below the national median of $133,080. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Software Developers in Bakersfield?

    Entry-level Software Developers (10th percentile) earn around $91,680 per year in Bakersfield, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $103,890.