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Software Engineers in Los Angeles earn $133K–$180K. Median: $148K. Based on 227 public job postings (2025–2026).
Median: $148K · Based on 227 public job postings · Updated July 1, 2026
This Software Engineer salary benchmark for Los Angeles is built from public job postings at high-growth and AI-native companies — no private placement data. Figures reflect base salary and are refreshed as new postings are collected.
Los Angeles Software Engineer pay runs 9% below the national median.
Software Engineers are engineers who design, build, and operate the core software systems. This benchmark reflects Mid-level base compensation for Los Angeles-based roles at high-growth and AI-native companies.
What is the average Software Engineer salary in Los Angeles?
The median pay is $148K, with a typical range of $133K–$180K, based on 227 public Los Angeles job postings collected in 2025–2026.
How does Los Angeles compare to the national Software Engineer salary?
The national median is $162K; Los Angeles is shown above.
Where does this data come from?
Public job postings on company career pages — no private placement or client data. Minimum 15 Los Angeles postings.
Posted-range midpoints (USD) aggregated from 227 public job postings located in Los Angeles (2025–2026). Range = 25th–75th percentile; median = 50th percentile. Equity is excluded. At least 15 Los Angeles postings required to publish. Last refreshed July 1, 2026.
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