Software Developers pay in New Haven
In New Haven (CT), the median pay for software developers is $63.96 an hour ($133,040 a year). About 1,190 people work in this job there.
That is 2% lower than the U.S. median ($135,980). It is about the same as the Connecticut median ($134,120).
Pay range for software developers in New Haven (CT)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $37.97 | $78,980 |
| 25% of workers | $50.08 | $104,160 |
| Half of workers (median) | $63.96 | $133,040 |
| 75% of workers | $79.01 | $164,340 |
| 90% of workers | $85.32 | $177,470 |
Software Developers pay in Connecticut metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury | $162,650 | 3,090 |
| New Haven (this page) | $133,040 | 1,190 |
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford | $132,520 | 6,010 |
| Waterbury-Shelton | $131,290 | 730 |
| Norwich-New London-Willimantic | $123,780 | 1,060 |
Connecticut unemployment rate: 5.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for software developers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Job outlook: +10.2% over ten years, much faster than average · about 95,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in New Haven (CT)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Computer User Support Specialists | $73,210 |
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