Software Developer Salary in New Hampshire (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Software Developers in New Hampshire, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New Hampshire Median
$139,720
per year
Hourly Rate
$67.17
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+3% vs US median
US median $135,980
State Rank
#6 of 50
10,840 employed here

How much does a Software Developer make in New Hampshire?

Software Developers in New Hampshire take home a median of $139,720 annually — roughly $67.17 an hour — which runs 3% above the national median of $135,980.

Within New Hampshire, entry-level pay starts around $92,510 while the top 10% make $205,370 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $107,240 and $167,880 a year.

Software Developer salary range in New Hampshire

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$92,510$44.48
25th percentile (early career)$107,240$51.56
50th percentile (median)$139,720$67.17
75th percentile (experienced)$167,880$80.71
90th percentile (top earners)$205,370$98.74

How New Hampshire compares

New Hampshire ranks 6th out of 50 states and territories for Software Developer pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1California$174,410
2Washington$166,540
3New York$166,180
4Massachusetts$165,210
5Oregon$142,720

Working as a Software Developer in New Hampshire

Nationally, about 1,688,000 people work as Software Developers in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare New Hampshire pay ($139,720) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Software Developer make in New Hampshire?
The median Software Developer salary in New Hampshire is $139,720 per year, or about $67.17 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $92,510 at the entry level to $205,370 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New Hampshire pay compare to the national average?
New Hampshire pays Software Developers about 3% more than the national median of $135,980. New Hampshire ranks 6th out of 50 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New Hampshire a good state for Software Developers?
Yes on pay — New Hampshire pays above the national median for this occupation, at $139,720 a year. About 10,840 Software Developers are employed in New Hampshire. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New Hampshire?
The highest-paying occupations in New Hampshire include Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($555,670), Surgeon, All Other ($534,870), Dermatologist ($516,230), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.