What Do Chinese Programmers Really Earn? 2021 Salary Survey Reveals Surprising Trends
In March 2021, a survey of 124,176 Chinese programmers showed an average salary of 15,189 CNY, a median of 12,500 CNY, with 95% of earnings ranging from 5,250 CNY to 37,500 CNY, and highlighted regional and functional variations.
In March 2021, 124,176 salary records of programmers across China were collected.
The national average salary was 15,189 CNY, with a median of 12,500 CNY; 95% of salaries fell between 5,250 CNY and 37,500 CNY.
Salary K‑line Chart
The chart shows a slight increase in the month, still outpacing the overall market growth.
Distribution
Cities
For example, Hangzhou’s salary was overtaken by Shenzhen.
Job Functions
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