Python Developer Salary
technology · United States · 2025
National Median
$118,000
per year
National Salary Data
P10
$72k
Entry level
P25
$92k
Junior
P50
$118k
Median
P75
$148k
Senior
P90
$185k
Top earner
P10
$72,000
P50
$118,000
P90
$185,000
Salary Distribution Chart
City Salary Comparison
| City | P25 | Median | P75 |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CAHighest | $138,000 | $177,000 | $222,000 |
| New York, NY | $124,200 | $159,300 | $199,800 |
| Seattle, WA | $119,600 | $153,400 | $192,400 |
| Boston, MA | $115,000 | $147,500 | $185,000 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $110,400 | $141,600 | $177,600 |
| Austin, TX | $101,200 | $129,800 | $162,800 |
| Denver, CO | $101,200 | $129,800 | $162,800 |
| Chicago, IL | $96,600 | $123,900 | $155,400 |
| Dallas, TX | $92,000 | $118,000 | $148,000 |
| Miami, FL | $87,400 | $112,100 | $140,600 |
H-1B Average Wage
$115,640
DOL prevailing wage reference for Python Developer
Source: U.S. Department of Labor H-1B Disclosure Data
Quick Stats
P10–P90 Range$72,000 – $185,000
Interquartile Range$92,000 – $148,000
Top City (SF)$177,000
Industrytechnology
Salary Negotiation Calculator
Based on Python Developer market data
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Market Median: $118,000
Current
$80,000
Increase
+$38,000
(+47.5%)
Target
$118,000
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.