Tools Programmer Salary
Jobs in Games · 2026 · based on ~130 data points
Low (25th)
$82,000
Median
$122,000
High (90th)
$195,000
By seniority
Junior $70,000 – $106,000 · median $88,000
Mid $104,000 – $150,000 · median $122,000
Senior $152,000 – $238,000 · median $180,000
Sources: GDC State of the Industry, Glassdoor, Levels.fyi, Hitmarker. Figures are aggregated market estimates of annual total compensation in USD — indicative ranges, not offers.