Rust Developer Salary
technology · United States · 2025
National Median
$155,000
per year
National Salary Data
P10
$95k
Entry level
P25
$122k
Junior
P50
$155k
Median
P75
$192k
Senior
P90
$235k
Top earner
P10
$95,000
P50
$155,000
P90
$235,000
Salary Distribution Chart
City Salary Comparison
| City | P25 | Median | P75 |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CAHighest | $183,000 | $232,500 | $288,000 |
| New York, NY | $164,700 | $209,250 | $259,200 |
| Seattle, WA | $158,600 | $201,500 | $249,600 |
| Boston, MA | $152,500 | $193,750 | $240,000 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $146,400 | $186,000 | $230,400 |
| Austin, TX | $134,200 | $170,500 | $211,200 |
| Denver, CO | $134,200 | $170,500 | $211,200 |
| Chicago, IL | $128,100 | $162,750 | $201,600 |
| Dallas, TX | $122,000 | $155,000 | $192,000 |
| Miami, FL | $115,900 | $147,250 | $182,400 |
H-1B Average Wage
$151,900
DOL prevailing wage reference for Rust Developer
Source: U.S. Department of Labor H-1B Disclosure Data
Quick Stats
P10–P90 Range$95,000 – $235,000
Interquartile Range$122,000 – $192,000
Top City (SF)$232,500
Industrytechnology
Salary Negotiation Calculator
Based on Rust Developer market data
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Market Median: $155,000
Current
$80,000
Increase
+$75,000
(+93.8%)
Target
$155,000
Negotiation Tips
- Research the market rate thoroughly — you are doing that now!
- Ask for 10-20% above your target to leave room for negotiation.
- Highlight your unique achievements and quantifiable impact.
- Consider the full compensation package: equity, benefits, PTO.
- Practice your pitch out loud before the actual conversation.