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Game Developer Salary in Springfield, Missouri

The median game developer salary in Springfield, MO is $69,700 per year, which is 18% below the national median and 6.8% below the Missouri state average.

City Median
$69,700
vs State Avg
$-5,100
vs National
$-15,300
Cost of Living
82%

Game Developer Salary in Springfield by Experience

In Springfield, an entry-level game developer earns around $41,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $121,360 per year. The local cost of living index is 82% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$41,000
$-9,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$71,340
$-15,660 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$121,360
$-26,640 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Springfield, MO

Percentile Springfield
10th Percentile $39,360
25th Percentile $53,300
Median (50th) $69,700
75th Percentile $98,400
90th Percentile $127,100

Game Developer Salary in Other Missouri Cities

Kansas City, MO
$78,200
Pop. 508,090
Saint Louis, MO
$76,500
Pop. 301,578
Columbia, MO
$74,800
Pop. 126,254
Independence, MO
$72,250
Pop. 123,011

How to Become a Game Developer in Springfield

Education

Most game developer positions require a bachelor's degree. Springfield and the surrounding Missouri 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 Springfield may vary based on local industry and population growth.