Software Developers Salary in District of Columbia

BLS OEWS May 2025 • 1 metro areas • District of Columbia

Software Developers in District of Columbia earn a median salary of $150,880 per year on average across 1 metro and nonmetro areas, +13.4% vs the national median of $133,080. An estimated 68,210 software developers are employed across District of Columbia, with salaries ranging from $150,880 to $150,880 depending on location.

$150,880 Avg median salary in District of Columbia
$150,880 Highest paying metro
$150,880 Lowest paying metro
68,210 Employed in District of Columbia

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      Software Developers salaries by city in District of Columbia

      Metro area Median salary 25th pct 75th pct Employed
      Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV $150,880 $120,490 $173,540 68,210

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