Backend Udvikler salary in Storkøbenhavn vs. rest of Denmark 2026
Do Backend Udviklers earn more in Storkøbenhavn than in the rest of Denmark? We have compared the salary data based on verified contributions.
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Comparison
Backend Udviklers in Storkøbenhavn earn on average 9,805 DKK more per month than in the rest of Denmark.
| Storkøbenhavn | Rest of Denmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | 56,955 DKK/month | 47,150 DKK/month | +9,805 DKK (+20.8%) |
| 25th percentile | 48,600 DKK/month | 40,125 DKK/month | |
| 75th percentile | 65,750 DKK/month | 55,380 DKK/month | |
| Contributions | 58 | 75 |
"Rest of Denmark" = weighted average of all other regions based on number of contributions. Total salary includes base salary and employer pension.
Backend Udvikler salary in all regions
Median salary for Backend Udvikler broken down by region.
| Region | Median salary | Contributions |
|---|---|---|
| Storkøbenhavn (current) | 56,955 DKK/month | 58 |
| Fyn | 49,950 DKK/month | 11 |
| Midt-, Vest- & Nordjylland | 46,795 DKK/month | 20 |
| Østjylland | 46,440 DKK/month | 34 |
| Øvrige Sjælland & Øer | Insufficient data | 3 |
| Sydjylland | 48,300 DKK/month | 7 |
Analysis: Storkøbenhavn vs. rest of Denmark
The median salary for Backend Udvikler in Storkøbenhavn is +20.8% above the rest of Denmark. That equals 9,805 DKK more per month.
Differences in salary between regions can be attributed to cost of living, the concentration of tech companies, local demand for IT skills, and the size and type of companies. Larger cities typically attract more companies, which creates greater competition for talent.
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