Software Technical Consultant Salary in the United States

How much does a Software Technical Consultant make in the United States?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Software Technical Consultant in the United States is $85,636 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

However, a Software Technical Consultant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,658
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $80,378 to $92,975
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,592
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Software Technical Consultant Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $92,975 $7,748 $1,788 $45
Average $85,636 $7,136 $1,647 $41
25th Percentile $80,378 $6,698 $1,546 $39
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Key Factors That Influence Software Technical Consultant Salaries

A Software Technical Consultant'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Software Technical Consultant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software Technical Consultant'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): $83,971
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $84,110
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $84,668
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $87,953
  • Expert (over 8 years): $89,788
Levels Salary
Entry Level Software Technical Consultant$83,971
Intermediate Level Software Technical Consultant$84,110
Senior Level Software Technical Consultant$84,668
Specialist Level Software Technical Consultant$87,953
Expert Level Software Technical Consultant$89,788
$83,971 0 yr
$84,110 < 2 yrs
$84,668 2-4 yrs
$87,953 5-8 yrs
$89,788 > 8 yrs
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How Do Software Technical Consultant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Software Technical Consultants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $94,816.
  • California: $94,456.
  • Massachusetts: $93,197.

Top Paying Cities for Software Technical Consultants

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: $108,012
  • San Francisco: $106,951
  • Oakland: $104,578

What Skills Can Increase a Software Technical Consultant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 30.93% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Cost Management (Mentioned in 1.27% Job Postings): Planning and controlling the cost or budget of a business to generate savings and maximize long-term profits.
  • Anesthesia (Mentioned in 0.85% Job Postings): Administering and controlling sedations and narcotics to help patients relieve pain during various surgeries and treatments.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 30.93%
Cost Management 1.27%
Anesthesia 0.85%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Software Technical Consultant's salary.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Initiative: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Project Management
$91,630
7%
Initiative
$90,774
6%
Analysis
$90,774
6%
Presentation
$89,918
5%
Leadership
$89,918
5%
Attention to Detail
$89,061
4%
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Software Technical Consultant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Software Technical Consultant'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.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

Salary Trends for Software Technical Consultant

Salaries for a Software Technical Consultant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $85,829 in 2023 to around $84,704 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Software Technical Consultant salary trends, .

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2024 $85,464
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