What are the main factors that influence an Application Systems Analysis/Developer I's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change an Application Systems Analysis/Developer I's salary?

An Application Systems Analysis/Developer I's salary grows with experience: starting around $80,136 for beginners, reaching about $82,079 at mid-level, and approach $82,553 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Application Systems Analysis/Developer I?

Application Systems Analysis/Developer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Application Systems Analysis/Developer I roles are District of Columbia $80,753, California $80,453, Massachusetts $79,373. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Application Systems Analysis/Developer roles make?

Salaries for Application Systems Analysis/Developer level roles vary by specialization: Systems/Application Security Analyst, Sr.: $122,821; Systems Application Engineer I: $117,758; Systems Application Engineer: $105,099; Systems/Application Security Analyst: $96,033; Software Application Integration Engineer I: $78,900.

Application Systems Analysis/Developer I Salary in California (January 01, 2026)

Application Systems Analysis/Developer I Salary in California

How much does an Application Systems Analysis/Developer I make in California?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Application Systems Analysis/Developer I in California is $80,453 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, an Application Systems Analysis/Developer I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $92,565
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,013 to $86,793
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,971

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Application Systems Analysis/Developer I	$80,136
Intermediate Level Application Systems Analysis/Developer I	$80,657
Senior Level Application Systems Analysis/Developer I	$82,079
Specialist Level Application Systems Analysis/Developer I	$82,364
Expert Level Application Systems Analysis/Developer I	$82,553

Levels

Salary

Entry Level Application Systems Analysis/Developer I

$80,136

Intermediate Level Application Systems Analysis/Developer I

$80,657

Senior Level Application Systems Analysis/Developer I

$82,079

Specialist Level Application Systems Analysis/Developer I

$82,364

Expert Level Application Systems Analysis/Developer I

$82,553

Application Systems Analysis/Developer I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Application Systems Analysis/Developer I's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$76,013

Average $80,453/year

$86,793

$6,334

Average $6,704/month

$7,233

$1,462

Average $1,547/week

$1,669

$37

Average $39/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,793	$7,233	$1,669	$42
Average	$80,453	$6,704	$1,547	$39
25th Percentile	$76,013	$6,334	$1,462	$37

Application Systems Analysis/Developer I Salary Growth & Career Path

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Application Systems Analysis/Developer I, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Application Systems Analysis/Developer I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Application Programmer Analyst II	$105,100	31%
Software Research and Design Architect II	$104,300	30%
Backend Applications Developer II	$115,600	44%
Full Stack Engineer Intermediate	$116,700	45%

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