Software Developer salary in Orlando, FL
Median pay, Orlando metro
$129,620/year
about $62.32 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $103,360 – $162,860
Half of software developers in the Orlando metro area earn more than $129,620 a year and half earn less. That's 5% lower than the national median of $135,980, and ranks #25 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $80,170 | $38.54 |
| 25th | $103,360 | $49.69 |
| Median (50th) | $129,620 | $62.32 |
| 75th | $162,860 | $78.30 |
| 90th (top earners) | $176,800 | $85.00 |
*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 Orlando metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $103,360 ($49.69/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $103,360 to $162,860 ($49.69 to $78.30/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $162,860 ($78.30/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, Orlando metro. Occupation: Software Developers (SOC 15-1252). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.