Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Connecticut | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $134,120 | $142,991 | -6% |
| Median hourly wage | $64.48 | $68.75 | -6% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $129,459.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Software Engineer in Connecticut is $134,120, or about $64.48 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Software Engineers is $142,991. Connecticut is -6% below the national median.
Entry-level software engineers in Connecticut typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 13,660 software engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $134,120, Connecticut offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.