Apple Inc. Software Developers salaries in San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA
Median $157,600 across 447 filings, Jul 2023 to Jun 2026.
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$157,600
Middle 50%
$146,300–$177,200
Filings
447
- Median is 8% above the median for Software Developers in San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA ($146,300).
- Most filings are wage Level IV (45%).
- The filing-weighted average of quarterly medians over the last four quarters is 6% lower than in the four quarters before.
Level I 2%
Level II 11%
Level III 27%
Level IV 45%
Not stated 15%
Take-home pay
| Gross | $157,600 |
| Federal income tax | $26,600 |
| Social Security | $9,800 |
| Medicare | $2,300 |
| State income tax | $10,600 |
| Health insurance (employee share) | $1,400 |
| Take-home per year | $107,000 |
| Take-home per month | $8,900 |
Tax year 2026, single filer.
Local taxes, 401(k), and filing status other than single are not included.
Tax rates checked against IRS, Tax Foundation, and other original sources on Oct 28, 2026.
This is an estimate. Actual taxes depend on your situation. Consult a tax professional before filing.
Software Developers salaries in San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CAApple Inc. Software Developers nationwide
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