Software Developer Salary in Seattle, WA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$152,907
Hourly Rate
$73.51
/hour
Jobs in Area
2,223
employed
Software Developer Salary Range in Seattle, WA
Annual Salary Range
$98k
10th percentile
$126k
25th
$186k
75th
$218k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $97,811 | $47.02 |
| 25th Percentile | $126,030 | $60.59 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $152,907 | $73.51 |
| 75th Percentile | $186,211 | $89.52 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $217,897 | $104.76 |
| Average (Mean) | $165,372 | $79.51 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Software Developer salary in Seattle, WA is $152,907 per year or $73.51 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 Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Seattle, WA Compares
vs National Average
$127,260
vs Washington Average
$124,329
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$102,211
Cost of living in Seattle, WA is 49.6% above the national average.
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