IPhone App Developer Salary in the United States

How much does an IPhone App Developer make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an IPhone App Developer in the United States is $108,653 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

However, an IPhone App Developer's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $127,467
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $100,844 to $118,501
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $93,734

Key Factors That Influence IPhone App Developer Salaries

An IPhone App Developer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects IPhone App Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an IPhone App Developer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $72,531
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $91,395
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $106,601
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $133,705
  • Expert (over 8 years): $160,071
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Frontend Developer I less than 1 year $72,531
Frontend Developer II 1-2 years $91,395
IPhone App Developer 2-4 years $106,601
Frontend Developer IV 5-8 years $133,705
Frontend Developer V over 8 years $160,071

Top Paying Cities for IPhone App Developer

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $137,044
  • San Francisco: $135,544
  • Oakland: $132,687

IPhone App Developer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For IPhone App Developer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, IPhone App Developer positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view IPhone App Developer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an IPhone App Developer

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense $130,384 $63.0 20%

How Education impacts an IPhone App Developer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many IPhone App Developer professionals enter the field with a Associate's degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an IPhone App Developer with a Associate's is between $107,926 and $112,219.

IPhone App Developer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for IPhone App Developer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 6.3%
High School 6.3%
Associate's Degree 4.2%
Bachelor's Degree 58.3%
Master's Degree or MBA 27.1%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 4.2%

IPhone App Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an IPhone App Developer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$100,844
Average $108,653/year
$118,501
$8,404
Average $9,054/month
$9,875
$1,939
Average $2,089/week
$2,279
$48
Average $52/hour
$57
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $118,501 $9,875 $2,279 $57
Average $108,653 $9,054 $2,089 $52
25th Percentile $100,844 $8,404 $1,939 $48

Most common benefits for IPhone App Developer

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for IPhone App Developer

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FAQ about IPhone App Developer

1. What industry pays the highest salary for IPhone App Developer?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for IPhone App Developer roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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