PROGRAMMER SALARY IN THE U.S.
An information technology specialist is one of the most in-demand professions in the United States and around the world today. Software developers (applications) are in particular demand. According to official data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average salary of a programmer in the United States in 2024 is $96,630 per year. This is almost twice as much as for all occupations in general. The average salary in the U.S. is $59,520 per year.
Currently, there are hundreds of different programming occupations in the U.S. market that require different knowledge and skills. For example, interface web developer, software engineer, software developer, Python developer, and so on. All these specialties overlap but are not interchangeable. Therefore, the level of income in the field of programming in different directions is also very different.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in the next 10 years, the growth of software developer/engineer jobs will be 21%, which is much higher than the average for all occupations. According to the reputable Indeed.com, a Python developer can expect to earn $111,306 per year. In large technology companies, such as Google or Apple, programmers have higher incomes than the market average.
No. | Specialization | Dollars per year | Dollars per month |
1. | Computer and information scientists | 130,890 | 10,910 |
2. | Computer network architects | 119,230 | 9,940 |
3. | Software developers, analysts and testers | 114,270 | 9,530 |
4. | Information security analysts | 107,580 | 8,970 |
5. | Database administrators and architects | 101,090 | 8,430 |
6. | Computer systems analysts | 99,020 | 8,260 |
7. | Computer programmers | 95,640 | 7,970 |
8. | Network and computer systems administrators | 89,460 | 7,460 |
9. | Web developers and digital interface designers | 85,490 | 7,130 |
10. | Computer network support specialists | 71,040 | 5,920 |
11. | Computer user support specialists | 57,000 | 4,750 |
12. | Other IT specialists | 96,740 | 8,070 |
Note. Information on programmer salaries in the United States is based on current data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
In conclusion, we note that the highest paid profession in the United States is a physician. For example, anesthesiologists on average earn about $271,000 per year. The minimum wage in the country is $7.25 per hour. The progressive income tax rate ranges from 10 to 37%.
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