Earnings
Software developers earned median annual salaries of $120,730 in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Earnings ranged from less than $64,470 to $168,570 or more. Fifty percent of all software developers earned between $90,870 and $151,960.
Average annual earnings for .NET MVC developers (those who build model view controller software by using Microsoft’s .NET technologies) were $100,829 as of July 31, 2022, according to ZipRecruiter.com. Salaries ranged from $84,500 to $116,000.
Most full-time developers receive extensive benefit plans, which may include stock options, 401(k) plans, and medical, dental, and vision care. Freelancers must provide their own benefits.
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