Software Developer Salary in Baltimore, MD
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$138,855
Hourly Rate
$66.76
/hour
Jobs in Area
1,966
employed
Software Developer Salary Range in Baltimore, MD
Annual Salary Range
$90k
10th percentile
$113k
25th
$168k
75th
$201k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $90,285 | $43.41 |
| 25th Percentile | $113,133 | $54.39 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $138,855 | $66.76 |
| 75th Percentile | $167,867 | $80.71 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $201,145 | $96.70 |
| Average (Mean) | $150,885 | $72.54 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Software Developer salary in Baltimore, MD is $138,855 per year or $66.76 per hour as of 2024. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2024. The geographic area covered is the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Baltimore, MD Compares
vs National Average
$133,080
vs Maryland Average
$142,403
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$127,977
Cost of living in Baltimore, MD is 8.5% above the national average.
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