Best Paying Industries for Software Developers
$133,080
National Median Salary
284
Industries Analyzed
Industry Pay Comparison PRO
| Rank | Industry | Annual Median | Pay Premium | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Offices of Mental Health Practitioners (except Physicians) | $227,300 | +70.8% | 70 |
| 2 | Web Search Portals, Libraries, Archives, and Other Information Services | $207,370 | +55.8% | 47,580 |
| 3 | Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation | $200,870 | +50.9% | 6,890 |
| 4 | Taxi and Limousine Service | $200,870 | +50.9% | 6,720 |
| 5 | Shoe Retailers | $174,150 | +30.9% | 70 |
| 6 | Broadcasting and Content Providers | $173,460 | +30.3% | 21,580 |
| 7 | Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers | $173,460 | +30.3% | 21,110 |
| 8 | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | $171,140 | +28.6% | 5,080 |
| 9 | Clothing and Clothing Accessories Retailers | $169,750 | +27.6% | 410 |
| 10 | Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing | $166,850 | +25.4% | 13,140 |
See All 284 Industries
Upgrade to Pro for the complete industry-by-industry salary breakdown
Upgrade to Pro - $79/year