Software Developer Salary in Atlanta, GA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$128,208
Hourly Rate
$61.64
/hour
Jobs in Area
2,305
employed
Software Developer Salary Range in Atlanta, GA
Annual Salary Range
$80k
10th percentile
$108k
25th
$158k
75th
$182k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $80,289 | $38.60 |
| 25th Percentile | $108,016 | $51.93 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $128,208 | $61.64 |
| 75th Percentile | $157,939 | $75.93 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $182,428 | $87.71 |
| Average (Mean) | $138,651 | $66.66 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Software Developer salary in Atlanta, GA is $128,208 per year or $61.64 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Atlanta, GA Compares
vs National Average
$127,260
vs Georgia Average
$129,152
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$125,941
Cost of living in Atlanta, GA is 1.8% above the national average.
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