Software Developer salary in Nashville, TN
Median pay, Nashville metro
$126,610/year
about $60.87 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $99,030 – $140,170
Half of software developers in the Nashville metro area earn more than $126,610 a year and half earn less. That's 7% lower than the national median of $135,980, and ranks #29 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $78,410 | $37.70 |
| 25th | $99,030 | $47.61 |
| Median (50th) | $126,610 | $60.87 |
| 75th | $140,170 | $67.39 |
| 90th (top earners) | $169,070 | $81.28 |
*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 Nashville metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $99,030 ($47.61/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $99,030 to $140,170 ($47.61 to $67.39/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $140,170 ($67.39/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, Nashville metro. Occupation: Software Developers (SOC 15-1252). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.