TL;DR: Average IT pay in the Philippines runs from about ₱23,600 a month for IT support specialists to ₱43,055 for software engineers and ₱49,450 for security analysts, according to Indeed Philippines salary data updated October to November 2026, with senior software engineers averaging ₱60,788. The PSA's 2024 Occupational Wages Survey recorded ₱43,676 as the average monthly wage for the whole information and communications industry, the highest of any sector, against a ₱21,544 national average. In government, a Computer Programmer I (SG 11) earns ₱31,705 a month and an Information Technology Officer III (SG 24) ₱102,603 under the 2026 salary schedule. Remote roles for foreign clients can pay US$800 to US$4,500 a month depending on seniority, per recruiter estimates.
"IT" covers a lot of jobs, and they do not pay the same. An IT support specialist and a senior software engineer can both hold a BSIT diploma and earn salaries more than ₱35,000 a month apart. This guide breaks pay down by role, by experience level, and by employer type, so a student choosing between BSIT and BS Computer Science can see where each path actually leads. Private-sector figures come from Indeed Philippines salary pages, which average salaries reported by users and drawn from job postings. Government figures come from the DBM's official 2026 salary schedule.
How Much Do IT Jobs Pay in the Philippines?
Most IT roles average between about ₱23,000 and ₱55,000 a month, with software engineering, security and software testing at the top of that band and support roles at the bottom.
| Role | Average monthly pay | Typical range | Salaries reported |
|---|---|---|---|
| IT support specialist | about ₱23,600 (₱283,291/yr) | ₱13,301-₱41,902 | 250 |
| Help desk analyst | ₱27,285 | ₱13,783-₱54,015 | 51 |
| Programmer | ₱29,309 | ₱14,808-₱58,009 | 357 |
| Data analyst | ₱33,074 | ₱16,888-₱64,772 | about 1,100 |
| Web developer | ₱34,752 | ₱17,938-₱67,325 | 769 |
| Network administrator | ₱36,150 | ₱19,142-₱68,270 | 149 |
| Systems administrator | ₱39,871 | ₱20,995-₱75,717 | 482 |
| Software engineer | ₱43,055 | ₱22,538-₱82,250 | about 1,100 |
| Security analyst | ₱49,450 | ₱26,577-₱92,009 | 46 |
| Software test engineer (QA) | ₱54,971 | ₱31,900-₱94,727 | 187 |
Source: Indeed Philippines career salary pages, updated between 13 October and 2 November 2026. IT support figures are published per year and divided by 12 here. These are aggregator averages from self-reported salaries and job postings, not a government wage survey, and small samples (like 46 security analysts) can swing. Treat them as a planning range and confirm actual pay with each employer.
One caution on QA: Indeed's broader "quality assurance engineer" title averages only ₱25,689 across 1,200 salaries, because that title also covers manufacturing QA. Software testing specifically pays more.
How Much Do Programmers and Software Developers Earn?
Programmers earn about ₱29,000 to ₱43,000 a month on average, depending on the job title. Indeed Philippines reports ₱29,309 for "programmer" and ₱43,055 for "software engineer," and the experience gap inside software engineering is large:
| Level | Average monthly pay (Indeed) |
|---|---|
| Junior software engineer | ₱25,579 |
| Software engineer | ₱43,055 |
| Senior software engineer | ₱60,788 |
| Principal software engineer | ₱65,424 |
The PSA's official survey shows what established developers earn in high-paying industries. Its 2024 Occupational Wages Survey recorded ₱73,804 a month for applications programmers in telecommunications and information systems and ₱66,180 for software developers in publishing. Those figures cover formal establishments with 10 or more workers and reflect experienced staff, not fresh graduates.
How Much Does a Web Developer Earn?
Web developers average ₱34,752 a month on Indeed Philippines, based on 769 reported salaries, with most falling between ₱17,938 and ₱67,325. Industry matters a lot: the PSA's 2024 survey recorded ₱79,064 for web and multimedia developers in the entertainment industry, more than double the Indeed average.
Web development also lends itself to remote work, since a portfolio of live sites shows your skill directly. Recruiter estimates for remote work with foreign clients sit well above the local averages (see the employer section below).
What Do IT Support, Network and Systems Admins Earn?
Infrastructure roles start lower than development but climb steadily. IT support specialists average about ₱23,600 a month and help desk analysts ₱27,285, which makes them common first jobs for BSIT graduates. With a few years of experience and certifications, network administrators average ₱36,150 and systems administrators ₱39,871.
Support experience is a route into networking and systems administration, which pay more on average, so a first job on the help desk is a starting point rather than a ceiling.
How Much Do Data Analysts and Cybersecurity Analysts Earn?
Data analysts average ₱33,074 a month and security analysts ₱49,450 on Indeed Philippines. Data analyst pay spans ₱16,888 to ₱64,772, which reflects how differently employers use the title, from spreadsheet reporting to building data pipelines. Security analysts sit near the top of the IT pay table, with a typical range of ₱26,577 to ₱92,009.
The security figure rests on only 46 reported salaries, so expect a wide spread and weigh it as a rough guide.
How Much Do Government IT Employees Earn?
Government IT pay is fixed and public. Under the third tranche of the 2024-2027 Salary Standardization Law schedule, implemented through DBM National Budget Circular No. 601 and effective January 1, 2026, the main IT positions pay:
| Position | Salary Grade | Monthly pay, Step 1 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Programmer I | SG 11 | ₱31,705 |
| Computer Maintenance Technologist I | SG 11 | ₱31,705 |
| Information Systems Analyst I | SG 12 | ₱33,947 |
| Computer Programmer II | SG 15 | ₱42,178 |
| Information Systems Analyst II | SG 16 | ₱45,694 |
| Computer Programmer III | SG 18 | ₱53,818 |
| Information Technology Officer I | SG 19 | ₱59,153 |
| Information Systems Analyst III | SG 19 | ₱59,153 |
| Information Technology Officer II | SG 22 | ₱81,796 |
| Information Technology Officer III | SG 24 | ₱102,603 |
Salary grades come from the DBM's Index of Occupational Services, and the rates match our salary grade table guide. Each position also receives ₱2,000 monthly PERA on top of basic pay. A TESDA posting for Information Technology Officer I (closing July 4, 2026) listed SG 19 at ₱59,153, a relevant bachelor's degree, 2 years of experience, 8 hours of training, and Career Service Professional or second-level eligibility. A PHIVOLCS posting for Computer Programmer II asked for 1 year of experience and the same eligibility. If you are aiming for government IT, our civil service exam guide covers the eligibility step.
Disclaimer: salary rates change with each tranche. A fourth tranche under EO 64 takes effect January 1, 2027. Confirm current rates and qualification standards on the agency's vacancy notice before applying.
Does It Pay More to Work for a BPO, a Local Firm, or Foreign Clients?
Pay differs by employer type, but no single survey compares them directly. Here is what the available data shows for each.
- IT-BPM and multinationals. The Philippine IT-BPM industry earned over US$40 billion in 2025 and employed about 1.9 million people, according to IBPAP president and CEO Jack Madrid. Many IT support, QA and development jobs sit inside these firms, and the PSA's survey shows the information and communications industry pays the highest average wage of any sector, at ₱43,676 a month.
- Local firms. We could not find a reliable source that separates local-firm pay from multinational pay. When comparing offers, check the posted salary ranges for the same title on job boards.
- Remote and foreign clients. HireTalent.ph, a recruiter for foreign employers, puts competitive remote offers at around US$800 a month for junior developers, about US$1,200 for mid-level, and US$2,500 to US$4,500 for senior developers. It is a recruiter's guidance rather than a survey, and as a contractor you typically pay your own taxes, SSS, PhilHealth and Pag-IBIG.
- Government. Fixed, published salary grades with step increments and PERA. An ITO III at ₱102,603 out-earns the Indeed average for senior software engineers, but entry to each grade is gated by the experience and eligibility rules on the vacancy notice.
Which Course Leads to the Best IT Salary?
No IT degree locks in a higher salary on its own. Employers pay for the role. What the course changes is which role you are ready for on day one:
- BSCS leans toward programming, algorithms and theory, a natural fit for software engineering. See our BS Computer Science guide.
- BSIT leans toward systems, networks, deployment and support, a natural fit for sysadmin, network and support roles that grow into cloud and security. See our BSIT guide.
- BSIS bridges IT and business, a fit for systems analyst and data roles. See our BS Information Systems guide.
Our computing courses compared guide puts the three side by side, and best IT schools in the Philippines covers where to study, including UP Diliman, Mapúa University and PUP.
How to Grow Your IT Salary Faster
- Pick a specialization by year three. The pay gap between support (₱23,600) and software engineering (₱43,055) is mostly a skills gap, not a degree gap.
- Build a portfolio. For developers, live projects and a GitHub profile often matter more to employers than grades.
- Use your internship well. BSIT requires at least 486 internship hours under CHED rules, and a good placement can turn into your first offer.
- Read job postings for your target role. Check which skills and certifications employers list for network, cloud and security jobs, and plan your electives around them.
- Consider government for stability. Fixed salary grades plus PERA and step increments suit some career plans better than private-sector swings.
- Start in Senior High School. Our strand for IT guide and ICT strand guide cover the best preparation.
Ready to find the right school? Browse schools in Manila or Quezon City, or use our search tool to compare IT and computer science programmes across the Philippines.
Sources
- Indeed Philippines — Software engineer salaries
- Indeed Philippines — Web developer salaries
- Indeed Philippines — Programmer salaries
- Indeed Philippines — IT support specialist salaries
- Indeed Philippines — Help desk analyst salaries
- Indeed Philippines — Network administrator salaries
- Indeed Philippines — Systems administrator salaries
- Indeed Philippines — Software test engineer salaries
- Indeed Philippines — Quality assurance engineer salaries
- Indeed Philippines — Data analyst salaries
- Indeed Philippines — Security analyst salaries
- PhilSTAR Life — Top-paying jobs and average monthly wages, per PSA (2024 OWS)
- BusinessMirror — PSA data: industry wages show 3-fold gap in 2024
- DBM National Budget Circular No. 601 — Third Tranche Salary Schedule (official PDF)
- DBM — Index of Occupational Services, Position Titles and Salary Grades
- TESDA Careers — Information Technology Officer I vacancy
- PHIVOLCS — Computer Programmer II vacancy (July 2025)
- Philstar — IT-BPM revenues breach $40 billion mark (January 2026)
- HireTalent.ph — Filipino software developer salaries (December 2025)
