Software Developer salary in Baltimore, MD
Median pay, Baltimore metro
$138,900/year
about $66.78 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $105,670 – $200,910
Half of software developers in the Baltimore metro area earn more than $138,900 a year and half earn less. That's 2% higher than the national median of $135,980, and ranks #11 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $87,290 | $41.97 |
| 25th | $105,670 | $50.80 |
| Median (50th) | $138,900 | $66.78 |
| 75th | $200,910 | $96.59 |
| 90th (top earners) | $223,550 | $107.48 |
*Yearly pay divided by 2,080 hours (40 hours × 52 weeks), the full-time basis BLS uses.
Is your offer fair?
For a software developer job in the Baltimore metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $105,670 ($50.80/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $105,670 to $200,910 ($50.80 to $96.59/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $200,910 ($96.59/hr). Higher than three quarters of workers here.
Before you accept
- Total pay at larger companies often includes stock and bonuses, so compare total compensation, not just salary.
- A fully remote role is usually priced against national pay, while on-site roles in big tech hubs tend to pay more.
- On-call rotations are common. Ask how often and whether they come with extra pay or time off.
Also watch for the common warning signs in the posting itself: 15 job posting red flags.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025, Baltimore metro. Occupation: Software Developers (SOC 15-1252). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.