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Programmers: Average Salary & Pay Trends 2026 | Glassdoor
How much does Programmers make?
Total pay range
$65K - $114K/yr
$86K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$54K - $93K/yrBase pay
$11K - $21K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Apr 10, 20251 Salaries submitted
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Frequently asked questions about Programmers salaries
The average salary for Programmers is $85,978 per year or $41 per hour, with top earners making up to $146,446 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $65,316 (25th percentile) to $114,165 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 1 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Programmers employees.
The highest salary for Programmers is $114,165 per year, $9,514 per month or $55 per hour.
The lowest salary for Programmers is $65,316 per year, $5,443 per month or $31 per hour.
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4-6 years
$74K - $86K/yr
Jersey City, NJ
submitted on Jun 15, 2021
$74K - $86K/yr
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Glassdoor Economist Pay Overview
What is the pay outlook for Information Technology?
Overall demand for information technology workers will continue to grow as companies increasingly rely on data and technology. Individual job outlook varies by profession; demand for more specialized jobs, like cybersecurity analysts, is expected to grow significantly, while other jobs are vulnerable to outsourcing. IT jobs, which are particularly well-suited for remote work, usually require higher education or certifications and offer higher than average salaries.