Software Developers Salary in New Jersey
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • New Jersey
Software Developers in New Jersey earn a median salary of $124,947 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, -6.1% vs the national median of $133,080. An estimated 4,670 software developers are employed across New Jersey, with salaries ranging from $121,540 to $126,820 depending on location.
$124,947
Avg median salary in New Jersey
$126,820
Highest paying metro
$121,540
Lowest paying metro
4,670
Employed in New Jersey
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Software Developers salaries by city in New Jersey
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton, NJ | $126,820 | $98,610 | $159,690 | 4,010 |
| Vineland, NJ | $126,480 | $105,810 | $146,280 | 70 |
| Atlantic City, NJ | $121,540 | $80,540 | $157,250 | 590 |