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Game Developer Salary in Essex, Vermont

The median game developer salary in Essex, VT is $84,150 per year, which is 1% below the national median and 1.0% above the Vermont state average.

City Median
$84,150
vs State Avg
+$850
vs National
$-850
Cost of Living
102%

Game Developer Salary in Essex by Experience

In Essex, an entry-level game developer earns around $49,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $146,520 per year. The local cost of living index is 102% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$49,500
$-500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$86,130
$-870 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$146,520
$-1,480 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Essex, VT

Percentile Essex
10th Percentile $47,520
25th Percentile $64,350
Median (50th) $84,150
75th Percentile $118,800
90th Percentile $153,450

Game Developer Salary in Other Vermont Cities

Burlington, VT
$90,950
Pop. 44,743
South Burlington, VT
$89,250
Pop. 20,292
Colchester, VT
$82,450
Pop. 17,658
Rutland, VT
$73,950
Pop. 15,807

How to Become a Game Developer in Essex

Education

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