New York, NY · 2026
Software Developers Salary in New York (2026)
Average across 4 cities · Based on BLS data · Updated 2026
State Average
$177,646
per year
State Median
$163,108
per year
vs National Average
+20%
national avg: $148,100
25th %ile
$126,199
Entry
Average
$177,646
State avg
75th %ile
$206,290
Senior
Software Developers Salary by City in New York
| City | Avg Salary | vs State Avg | YoY Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | $225,408 | +27% | +3.6% |
| Yonkers, NY | $203,193 | +14% | +3.6% |
| Buffalo, NY | $141,879 | -20% | +3.6% |
| Rochester, NY | $140,102 | -21% | +3.6% |
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See how Software Developers salaries stack up across New York cities.