Best Paying Industries for Software and Web Developers, Programmers, and Testers
$129,320
National Median Salary
304
Industries Analyzed
Industry Pay Comparison PRO
| Rank | Industry | Annual Median | Pay Premium | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Web Search Portals, Libraries, Archives, and Other Information Services | $204,930 | +58.5% | 55,010 |
| 2 | Taxi and Limousine Service | $200,870 | +55.3% | 7,240 |
| 3 | Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation | $200,870 | +55.3% | 7,500 |
| 4 | Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers | $170,910 | +32.2% | 29,570 |
| 5 | Broadcasting and Content Providers | $170,910 | +32.2% | 30,760 |
| 6 | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | $168,130 | +30.0% | 6,560 |
| 7 | Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing | $166,020 | +28.4% | 16,170 |
| 8 | Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing | $163,180 | +26.2% | 22,700 |
| 9 | Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities | $160,880 | +24.4% | 35,380 |
| 10 | Hydroelectric Power Generation | $156,590 | +21.1% | 110 |
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