New York, NY · 2026
Software Developers Salary in New York (2026)
Average across 4 cities · Based on BLS data · Updated 2026
State Average
$165,663
per year
State Median
$158,657
per year
vs National Average
+20%
national avg: $138,110
25th %ile
$121,389
Entry
Average
$165,663
State avg
75th %ile
$200,964
Senior
Software Developers Salary by City in New York
| City | Avg Salary | vs State Avg | YoY Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | $210,203 | +27% | +4.5% |
| Yonkers, NY | $189,486 | +14% | +2.4% |
| Buffalo, NY | $132,309 | -20% | +3.2% |
| Rochester, NY | $130,652 | -21% | +2.4% |
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