Software Developer salary in Tampa, FL
Median pay, Tampa metro
$130,450/year
about $62.72 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $100,450 – $165,430
Half of software developers in the Tampa metro area earn more than $130,450 a year and half earn less. That's 4% lower than the national median of $135,980, and ranks #23 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $78,480 | $37.73 |
| 25th | $100,450 | $48.29 |
| Median (50th) | $130,450 | $62.72 |
| 75th | $165,430 | $79.53 |
| 90th (top earners) | $207,330 | $99.68 |
*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 Tampa metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $100,450 ($48.29/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $100,450 to $165,430 ($48.29 to $79.53/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $165,430 ($79.53/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, Tampa metro. Occupation: Software Developers (SOC 15-1252). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.