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Senior Software Developer salary in California

Average salary
$136,500/yr
Based on 232 income tax records
$62,000
$348,500
Age:
Average salary by age
18-25
26-35
36-45
46-55
56+
 
$133K
 
$144K
 
$152K
$62,000
$348,500
How much do Senior Software Developers make?
The average total salary for a Senior Software Developer is $136,500 per year. This is based on data from 232 TurboTax users who reported their occupation as Senior Software Developer and includes taxable wages, tips, bonuses, and more. Senior Software Developer salary can vary between $62,000 to $348,500 depending on factors including education, skills, experience, employer & location. Read more
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Based on income reported to the IRS in box 1 of W-2.

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Senior Software Developer demographics in California

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44% are single
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56% are married
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37% have kids
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41% own a home

Effective Tax Rates for Senior Software Developers in California

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The average salary for a senior software developer in California is $136,500 per year. Senior software developer salaries in California can vary between $62,000 to $348,500 and depend on various factors, including skills, experience, employer, bonuses, tips, and more.
This data is exclusive to Mint Salary and is based on 232 tax returns from TurboTax customers who reported their occupation as senior software developer.
The following cities offer the highest salaries for senior software developers in California: Sunnyvale, CA ($261,000 a year), Fremont, CA ($218,500 a year), and Santa Clara, CA ($178,000 a year).
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