State of Devs 2026 survey results: developers are exhausted

The 2026 State of Devs survey results show that developers are feeling exhausted, with 75% of respondents reporting they are overwhelmed and 64% saying they have considered leaving the industry due to the stress. The survey also found that 56% of developers spend 40-60 hours per week working, with 22% working 60+ hours. The top reasons for burnout include lack of work-life balance, inadequate compensation, and lack of career growth opportunities. The survey also found that 85% of developers prefer a remote work arrangement, while 71% prefer flexible hours.