Software Developer salary in St. Louis, MO
Median pay, St. Louis metro
$129,030/year
about $62.03 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $101,670 – $156,320
Half of software developers in the St. Louis metro area earn more than $129,030 a year and half earn less. That's 5% lower than the national median of $135,980, and ranks #27 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $77,730 | $37.37 |
| 25th | $101,670 | $48.88 |
| Median (50th) | $129,030 | $62.03 |
| 75th | $156,320 | $75.15 |
| 90th (top earners) | $169,030 | $81.26 |
*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 St. Louis metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $101,670 ($48.88/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $101,670 to $156,320 ($48.88 to $75.15/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $156,320 ($75.15/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, St. Louis metro. Occupation: Software Developers (SOC 15-1252). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.