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Software Engineer salary in Washington,DC

How much can you earn as a Software Engineer in Washington,DC?

Software Engineer in Washington, DC earn an average of $64.13 per hour, approximately $11,111 per month or $133,333 per year. Salary for Software Engineer typically range from $126K to $175K annually, depending on skills, experience, and employer.

Average Salary Overview – Software Engineer Washington, DC

Get the most accurate, up-to-date information on the average salaries for Software Engineers in Washington, DC. The following table provides detailed information about the current (2025) average salary and total compensation ranges (25th, 50th, 75th percentiles) in the general U.S. market context.

Percentile	Average Salary	Total Compensation
25th	$75,000	$85,000
50th (Median)	$95,000	$107,000
75th	$115,000	$130,000

Software Engineer Salary by Experience Level

The following table breaks down the estimated total compensation for Software Engineers in Washington, DC based on their years of experience.

Years of Experience	Estimated Total Compensation
0-2 years	$80,000 - $90,000
3-5 years	$100,000 - $110,000
6-10 years	$130,000 - $140,000
10+ years	$150,000 - $170,000

Related Roles & Salaries

Here are some closely related roles in the software industry and their typical salary ranges in Washington, DC.

Role	Average Salary Range
Software Developer	$80,000 - $120,000
Systems Engineer	$85,000 - $125,000
Data Engineer	$90,000 - $130,000
DevOps Engineer	$100,000 - $140,000
Software Architect	$120,000 - $160,000