Side-by-Side Comparison

Metric Software Developers General and Operations Managers
Median Annual Salary $127,260 $101,280
Median Hourly Wage $61.18 $48.69
10th Percentile $67,448 $53,678
90th Percentile $218,887 $174,202
Total Employed 1,847,900 3,305,800
Education Required Bachelor's degree Bachelor's degree
Job Growth (2022-2032) 15% - Much faster than average 3% - Average
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

Which Should You Choose?

Choose Software Developers if...

  • You want higher median salary
  • Job security and growth matter
  • You match the education requirements

View Software Developers salary details →

Choose General and Operations Managers if...

  • You match the education requirements

View General and Operations Managers salary details →