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Game Developer Salary in Sacramento, California

The median game developer salary in Sacramento, CA is $113,050 per year, which is 33.0% above the national median and 13.1% below the California state average.

City Median
$113,050
vs State Avg
$-17,000
vs National
+$28,050
Cost of Living
118%

Game Developer Salary in Sacramento by Experience

In Sacramento, an entry-level game developer earns around $66,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $196,840 per year. The local cost of living index is 118% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$66,500
+$16,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$115,710
+$28,710 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$196,840
+$48,840 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Sacramento, CA

Percentile Sacramento
10th Percentile $63,840
25th Percentile $86,450
Median (50th) $113,050
75th Percentile $159,600
90th Percentile $206,150

Game Developer Salary in Other California Cities

San Francisco, CA
$167,450
Pop. 873,965
San Jose, CA
$155,550
Pop. 1,013,240
Los Angeles, CA
$136,850
Pop. 3,898,747
San Diego, CA
$133,450
Pop. 1,386,932

How to Become a Game Developer in Sacramento

Education

Most game developer positions require a bachelor's degree. Sacramento and the surrounding California area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

C++Unity/Unreal3D MathGame PhysicsGPU ProgrammingVersion Control

Job Outlook

Nationally, game developer employment is projected to grow 10% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Sacramento may vary based on local industry and population growth.