What is the salary of a Software Engineer in Northern Virginia Washington DC?

The average total compensation of a Software Engineer in Northern Virginia Washington DC is $152,500.

What is the minimum salary of a Software Engineer in Northern Virginia Washington DC?

While there is no minimum salary for a Software Engineer in Northern Virginia Washington DC, the average total compensation is $152,500.

What company pays the most for a Software Engineer in Northern Virginia Washington DC?

The highest paying company for a Software Engineer in Northern Virginia Washington DC is Meta with an average total compensation of $325,750.

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Northern Virginia Washington DC, US

Software Engineer Salary in Northern Virginia Washington DC, US

$152,500

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The average Software Engineer Salary range in Northern Virginia Washington DC, MD is from $120,000 to $200,000. View Software Engineer salaries across top companies broken down by base, stock, and bonus. Last updated: 2/4/2026

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What is the salary of a Software Engineer in Northern Virginia Washington DC, US?
The average total compensation of a Software Engineer in Northern Virginia Washington DC, US is $152,500.
What is the minimum salary of a Software Engineer in Northern Virginia Washington DC, US?
While there is no minimum salary for a Software Engineer in Northern Virginia Washington DC, US, the average total compensation is $152,500.
What company pays the most for a Software Engineer in Northern Virginia Washington DC, US?
The highest paying company for a Software Engineer in Northern Virginia Washington DC, US is Meta with an average total compensation of $325,750.
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