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Software Engineer Salary in Eugene, Oregon

The median software engineer salary in Eugene, OR is $137,862 per year, which is 11.0% above the national median and 4.3% below the Oregon state average.

City Median
$137,862
vs State Avg
$-6,210
vs National
+$13,662
Cost of Living
105%

Software Engineer Salary in Eugene by Experience

In Eugene, an entry-level software engineer earns around $86,580, while experienced professionals earn up to $205,350 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$86,580
+$8,580 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$138,750
+$13,750 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$205,350
+$20,350 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Eugene, OR

Percentile Eugene
10th Percentile $82,806
25th Percentile $109,002
Median (50th) $137,862
75th Percentile $175,602
90th Percentile $220,424

Software Engineer Salary in Other Oregon Cities

How to Become a Software Engineer in Eugene

Education

Most software engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Eugene and the surrounding Oregon area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

PythonJavaScriptSQLGitCloud PlatformsSystem Design

Job Outlook

Nationally, software engineer employment is projected to grow 25% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Eugene may vary based on local industry and population growth.