50% of professionals earn between $95,000 - $220,000 USD
The median salary is $145,000
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The average salary for a Backend Developer in United States is USD 95,000 - USD 220,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 182,500 per year, based on 3,775 active job listings.
The cities with the most Backend Developer job opportunities in United States are New York, Dallas, Atlanta, Austin, Chicago. New York leads with 180 job openings.
Leading employers for Backend Developer roles in United States include Gandiva Insights LLC.
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