Startup Software Developer Salary

Startups pay Software Developers a median salary of $116,439 per year. Based on 2,561 Software Developer job postings with disclosed salaries from the last 12 months, most offers fall between $64,465 and $177,957, with an average of $118,299.

95th Percentile
$177,957
Average
$118,299
Range
$64,465 - $177,957
Sample Size
2,561
Last updated November 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.

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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 $203,295 per year. Meanwhile, 🇨🇦 Canada shows more modest compensation levels at approximately $141,507 annually.

Country Salary
🇺🇸 United States $203,295
🇨🇦 Canada $141,507

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