Computer Programmers Salary (2025)
Based on 92,230 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $57,710 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $75,850 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $100,390 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $130,680 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $160,460 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$58K
25th
$76K
Median
$100K
75th
$131K
90th
$160K
Highest Paying States for Computer Programmers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $127,520 |
| Washington | $126,540 |
| Virginia | $122,060 |
| Connecticut | $121,270 |
| California | $119,900 |
| Oklahoma | $119,380 |
| Colorado | $119,260 |
| Maine | $117,430 |
| Maryland | $117,210 |
| New York | $115,900 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Computer Programmers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Massachusetts at an average of $127,520 per year, while New York has an average of $115,900 — a difference of $11,620. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Computer Programmers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 92,230 workers were employed as Computer Programmerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Computer and Mathematical Occupations. The annual mean wage of $105,170 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 15-1251