Startup Software Developer Salary

Startups pay Software Developers a median salary of $121,762 per year. Based on 1,715 Software Developer job postings with disclosed salaries from the last 12 months, most offers fall between $65,014 and $182,105, with an average of $123,240.

95th Percentile

$182,105

Average

$123,240

Range

$65,014 - $182,105

Sample Size

1,715

Last updated August 2026 · Data from real startup job postings · How we calculate salaries ·

Monthly Software Developer Compensation Trends

Track how Software Developer compensation has evolved over time. This chart shows the 95th percentile salary trends, giving you insight into competitive compensation packages for Software Developer positions in the startup ecosystem.

Software Developer Salaries by Country

When it comes to geographic compensation for Software Developer roles, startups in 🇺🇸 United States lead the pack with competitive salaries averaging around $200,200 per year. Meanwhile, 🇨🇦 Canada shows more modest compensation levels at approximately $146,684 annually.