Java Developer Salary
technology · United States · 2025
National Median
$115,000
per year
National Salary Data
P10
$72k
Entry level
P25
$90k
Junior
P50
$115k
Median
P75
$145k
Senior
P90
$180k
Top earner
P10
$72,000
P50
$115,000
P90
$180,000
Salary Distribution Chart
City Salary Comparison
| City | P25 | Median | P75 |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CAHighest | $135,000 | $172,500 | $217,500 |
| New York, NY | $121,500 | $155,250 | $195,750 |
| Seattle, WA | $117,000 | $149,500 | $188,500 |
| Boston, MA | $112,500 | $143,750 | $181,250 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $108,000 | $138,000 | $174,000 |
| Austin, TX | $99,000 | $126,500 | $159,500 |
| Denver, CO | $99,000 | $126,500 | $159,500 |
| Chicago, IL | $94,500 | $120,750 | $152,250 |
| Dallas, TX | $90,000 | $115,000 | $145,000 |
| Miami, FL | $85,500 | $109,250 | $137,750 |
H-1B Average Wage
$112,700
DOL prevailing wage reference for Java Developer
Source: U.S. Department of Labor H-1B Disclosure Data
Quick Stats
P10–P90 Range$72,000 – $180,000
Interquartile Range$90,000 – $145,000
Top City (SF)$172,500
Industrytechnology
Salary Negotiation Calculator
Based on Java Developer market data
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Market Median: $115,000
Current
$80,000
Increase
+$35,000
(+43.8%)
Target
$115,000
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.