Computer Programmers
Occupation
$98,670
National Median Salary
$47.44
Median Hourly Wage
109,870
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2014-2024)
+27.2%
10 Year Change
$77,550
2014 Median
$98,670
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries
Industry Wage Growth
Best Paying States
Fastest Growing States
Where This Career Pays Above Average
Top Paying Industries for Computer Programmers
| Industry | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Furniture and Home Furnishings Retailers | $161,680 | 110 |
| Natural Gas Distribution | $156,780 | 270 |
| Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences | $154,790 | 3,840 |
| Scientific Research and Development Services | $149,350 | 4,070 |
| Nuclear Electric Power Generation | $145,260 | 30 |
Top Paying States for Computer Programmers
| State | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | $158,820 | 3,220 |
| Montana | $128,630 | 450 |
| Oregon | $126,980 | 1,180 |
| Colorado | $124,880 | 1,090 |
| California | $116,220 | 14,720 |
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Furniture and Home Furnishings Retailers
Natural Gas Distribution
Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
Scientific Research and Development Services
Nuclear Electric Power Generation
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods (4242 and 4246 only)
Utilities
Health and Personal Care Retailers
Temporary Help Services
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing
Lessors of Nonfinancial Intangible Assets (except Copyrighted Works)
Waste Management and Remediation Services
