government/public trust clearance developer demand
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How many developer roles ask for government/public trust clearance, how that demand is trending, and what those roles pay — tracked from live job postings.
What do roles requiring government/public trust clearance pay in 2026?
As of July 2026, the typical advertised salary is US$136,169 a year, with most postings between US$120,333 and US$165,194.
That's about 2% more than the typical US software developer earns (US$133,080), per Bureau of Labor Statistics figures from May 2024.
| 25th percentile | US$120,333 |
|---|---|
| Median (50th percentile) | US$136,169 |
| 75th percentile | US$165,194 |
Advertised base salary, from 10 job postings with pay data, as of July 2026.
How strong is hiring demand for government/public trust clearance in 2026?
Tarmac tracked 10 postings in July 2026.
| Month | Postings | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| July 2026 | 10 | US$136,169 |
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