Technology Pennsylvania (PA) Rank #22 of 50

Software Engineer Salary in Pennsylvania

The median software engineer salary in Pennsylvania is $121,716 per year, which is 2% below the national median of $124,200.

Median Salary

$121,716

vs National

$-2,484

State Rank

#22 of 50

Cost of Living

96%

Software Engineer Salary in Pennsylvania by Experience

In Pennsylvania, an entry-level software engineer earns around $76,440, while experienced professionals earn up to $181,300 per year. The cost of living index in Pennsylvania is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$76,440

$-1,560 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$122,500

$-2,500 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$181,300

$-3,700 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Pennsylvania

Percentile	PA Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$73,108	$74,600	$-1,492
25th Percentile	$96,236	$98,200	$-1,964
Median (50th)	$121,716	$124,200	$-2,484
75th Percentile	$155,036	$158,200	$-3,164
90th Percentile	$194,608	$198,580	$-3,972

Major Cities for Software Engineers in Pennsylvania

The largest employment areas for software engineers in Pennsylvania include Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, and Reading. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Philadelphia, PA