Software Developer Salary in Raleigh, NC
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$129,926
Hourly Rate
$62.46
/hour
Jobs in Area
1,771
employed
Software Developer Salary Range in Raleigh, NC
Annual Salary Range
$83k
10th percentile
$107k
25th
$159k
75th
$193k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $82,827 | $39.82 |
| 25th Percentile | $106,702 | $51.30 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $129,926 | $62.46 |
| 75th Percentile | $159,463 | $76.66 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $193,153 | $92.86 |
| Average (Mean) | $139,289 | $66.97 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Software Developer salary in Raleigh, NC is $129,926 per year or $62.46 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 Raleigh-Cary Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Raleigh, NC Compares
vs National Average
$127,260
vs North Carolina Average
$128,383
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$129,280
Cost of living in Raleigh, NC is 0.5% above the national average.
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