The USA commands the 2nd highest software developer hourly rates globally, behind only Switzerland, where rates average $55.95 per hour.
Among other major English-speaking tech talent markets,
Canada averages $41.60 per hour, the
UK $38.01 per hour, and
Australia $37.30 per hour. In the European Union, Danish and German software engineers earn similar rates to their American counterparts, while Spain, Italy, and countries in Eastern Europe offer large cost savings to outsourcers.
India has become a top destination for
IT outsourcing with rates as low as $25 per hour for experienced coders. However, turnover is often high and communication can be challenging.
The following table summarizes average hourly rates globally: