What are the main factors that influence a Lead UI Programmer's salary?

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

How does experience change A Lead UI Programmer's salary?

A Lead UI Programmer's salary grows with experience: an Entry UI Programmer (0-2 years)earns $76,186, an Intermediate UI Programmer (2-4 years)earns $96,036, a Senior UI Programmer (4-7 years)earns $112,015, a Lead UI Programmer (7+ years)earns $140,447, an Expert UI Programmer (7-10 years)earns $168,123,

What are the highest paying states for a Lead UI Programmer?

Lead UI Programmer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead UI Programmer roles are District of Columbia $150,000, California $149,500, Massachusetts $147,500. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead UI Programmer roles make?

Salaries for Lead UI Programmer level roles vary by specialization: Lead Programmer: $164,229; Expert UI Programmer: $162,200; Lead Ui Developer: $150,762; Lead Ux Ui Designer: $149,347; UI Lead: $113,436.

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Lead UI Programmer Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Lead UI Programmer make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead UI Programmer in Rhode Island is $140,500 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $68.

However, a Lead UI Programmer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $164,190
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $130,300 to $152,900
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $121,013

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Lead UI Programmer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$152,900	$12,742	$2,940	$74
Average	$140,500	$11,708	$2,702	$68
25th Percentile	$130,300	$10,858	$2,506	$63

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Key Factors That Influence Lead UI Programmer Salaries

A Lead UI Programmer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Lead UI Programmer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead UI Programmer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry UI Programmer (0-2 years): $76,186
Intermediate UI Programmer (2-4 years): $96,036
Senior UI Programmer (4-7 years): $112,015
Lead UI Programmer (7+ years): $140,447
Expert UI Programmer (7-10 years): $168,123

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry UI Programmer	0-2 years	$76,186
Intermediate UI Programmer	2-4 years	$96,036
Senior UI Programmer	4-7 years	$112,015
Lead UI Programmer	7+ years	$140,447
Expert UI Programmer	7-10 years	$168,123

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How Do Lead UI Programmer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Lead UI Programmers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $150,000.
California: $149,500.
Massachusetts: $147,500.

District of Columbia $150,000 California $149,500 Massachusetts $147,500 Washington $146,900 New Jersey $146,900 Alaska $146,700 Connecticut $144,800 New York $144,100

Hawaii $141,600 Rhode Island $140,500 Maryland $139,700 Minnesota $138,700 Colorado $138,300 Illinois $138,100 Oregon $137,600 Delaware $137,200

New Hampshire $137,000 Virginia $136,500 Pennsylvania $134,900 Nevada $134,100 North Dakota $133,900 Michigan $133,500 Wisconsin $133,300 Vermont $133,000

Texas $132,200 Maine $132,100 Arizona $132,000 Ohio $131,900 Georgia $130,700 Indiana $130,100 Wyoming $130,000 Utah $129,800

Iowa $129,700 Kansas $129,000 Louisiana $128,800 North Carolina $128,800 Missouri $128,800 Florida $128,200 Montana $127,900 Nebraska $127,700

Kentucky $127,500 South Carolina $127,000 Tennessee $126,600 Idaho $126,500 New Mexico $125,500 Oklahoma $125,300 Alabama $124,500 South Dakota $123,200

Arkansas $122,400 West Virginia $122,000 Mississippi $120,900

Top Paying Cities for Lead UI Programmers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $142,300
Albion: $141,100
Ashaway: $142,000

Adamsville, RI $142,300 Albion, RI $141,100 Ashaway, RI $142,000 Barrington, RI $140,700 Block Island, RI $141,500 Bradford, RI $141,900 Bristol, RI $141,200 Carolina, RI $141,700

Charlestown, RI $141,700 Chepachet, RI $141,400 Clayville, RI $141,000 Coventry, RI $141,000 West Greenwich, RI $141,400 East Greenwich, RI $141,000 Exeter, RI $141,400 Fiskeville, RI $140,700

Forestdale, RI $141,800 Foster, RI $141,400 Glendale, RI $141,800 Greene, RI $141,500 Greenville, RI $140,700 Harmony, RI $140,900 Harrisville, RI $141,700 Hope, RI $140,800

Hope Valley, RI $141,900 Hopkinton, RI $142,000 Jamestown, RI $141,600 Kenyon, RI $141,600 Little Compton, RI $142,200 Manville, RI $141,200 Mapleville, RI $141,500 Newport, RI $141,700

Middletown, RI $141,800 North Kingstown, RI $141,200 North Scituate, RI $140,900 Oakland, RI $141,600 Pascoag, RI $141,800 Pawtucket, RI $140,500 Central Falls, RI $140,500 Cumberland, RI $141,300

Lincoln, RI $140,700 Portsmouth, RI $141,700 Prudence Island, RI $141,400 Rockville, RI $142,000 Saunderstown, RI $141,500 Shannock, RI $141,700 Slatersville, RI $141,800 Slocum, RI $141,500

Tiverton, RI $142,100 Wakefield, RI $141,600 Kingston, RI $141,600 Narragansett, RI $141,600 Peace Dale, RI $141,600 Warren, RI $141,000 Warwick, RI $140,700 Westerly, RI $142,000

West Kingston, RI $141,600 West Warwick, RI $140,800 Wood River Junction, RI $141,800 Woonsocket, RI $141,800 North Smithfield, RI $141,400 Wyoming, RI $141,700 Providence, RI $140,400 Cranston, RI $140,400

North Providence, RI $140,500 East Providence, RI $140,400 Riverside, RI $140,500 Rumford, RI $140,500 Smithfield, RI $140,700 Johnston, RI $140,500

Lead UI Programmer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead UI Programmer'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.

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$130,300

Average $140,500/year

$152,900

$10,858

Average $11,708/month

$12,742

$2,506

Average $2,702/week

$2,940

$63

Average $68/hour

$74

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$152,900	$12,742	$2,940	$74
Average	$140,500	$11,708	$2,702	$68
25th Percentile	$130,300	$10,858	$2,506	$63

Lead UI Programmer Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Lead UI Programmer, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Expert UI Programmer role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $168,200 - a projected growth of 20% over your current level.

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