▼13%
$64,268
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$41k
MEDIAN
$64k
90%
$95k
The average salary for a Video Game Programmer is $64,268
Base Salary
$41k - $95k
Bonus
$21 - $10k
Profit Sharing
$9k - $10k
Total Pay
$39k - $96k
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What Do Video Game Programmers Do?
Video Game Programmer Tasks
- Use source debuggers and visual development environments.
- Write, modify, and debug software for games, including personal computer, console, networked, and online multiplayer.
- Write code that provides real-time interactive response under varying system and network conditions.
- Test and document software.
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Gender Breakdown
Male
84.6%
Female
15.4%
This data is based on 52 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
Common Health Benefits
Medical
77%
Dental
68%
Vision
56%
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