Hourly Wage for Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate Salary in the United States

How much does a Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate make hourly?

As of September 01, 2026, the average hourly rate for a Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate in the United States is $40, which translates to an annual salary of about $82,750.

However, the hourly wage can vary significantly based on several factors. Here’s a detailed look at the typical pay range per hour:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $46 per hour
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36 to $43 per hour
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32 per hour

10% $32

50% (Median) $40

90% $46

Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,400	$7,450	$1,719	$43
Average	$82,750	$6,896	$1,591	$40
25th Percentile	$74,750	$6,229	$1,438	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate Salaries

A Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate'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-Level (less than 1 year): $80,123
Early Career (1-2 years): $80,362
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $83,246
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $86,025
Expert (over 8 years): $86,224

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate	$80,123
Intermediate Level Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate	$80,362
Senior Level Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate	$83,246
Specialist Level Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate	$86,025
Expert Level Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate	$86,224

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How Do Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate 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 Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $91,620.
California: $91,270.
Massachusetts: $90,060.

District of Columbia $91,620 California $91,270 Massachusetts $90,060 Washington $89,730 New Jersey $89,690 Alaska $89,580 Connecticut $88,440 New York $87,970

Hawaii $86,490 Rhode Island $85,800 Maryland $85,320 Minnesota $84,680 Colorado $84,430 Illinois $84,350 Oregon $84,030 Delaware $83,800

New Hampshire $83,660 Virginia $83,330 Pennsylvania $82,380 Nevada $81,900 North Dakota $81,740 Michigan $81,490 Wisconsin $81,400 Vermont $81,220

Texas $80,720 Maine $80,680 Arizona $80,630 Ohio $80,570 Georgia $79,810 Indiana $79,430 Wyoming $79,360 Utah $79,240

Iowa $79,190 Kansas $78,800 Louisiana $78,680 North Carolina $78,640 Missouri $78,620 Florida $78,300 Montana $78,130 Nebraska $77,960

Kentucky $77,870 South Carolina $77,540 Tennessee $77,330 Idaho $77,250 New Mexico $76,640 Oklahoma $76,510 Alabama $76,020 South Dakota $75,200

Arkansas $74,760 West Virginia $74,520 Mississippi $73,800

Top Paying Cities for Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediates

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:

San Jose: $104,370
San Francisco: $103,230
Oakland: $101,050

San Jose, CA $104,370

San Francisco, CA $103,230

Oakland, CA $101,050

New York, NY $95,280

Paramus, NJ $94,120

Queens Village, NY $94,120

Passaic, NJ $94,040

Bergenfield, NJ $94,030

Stamford, CT $93,850

Huntington, NY $93,810

Newark, NJ $93,200

Bridgeport, CT $93,030

Vallejo, CA $92,860

New Brunswick, NJ $92,830

Petaluma, CA $92,780

Middlesex, NJ $92,620

Somerset, NJ $92,560

Santa Cruz, CA $92,460

Boston, MA $91,950

Monterey, CA $91,660

Seattle, WA $91,470

Santa Rosa, CA $91,460

Los Angeles, CA $91,430

Juneau, AK $91,220

Washington, DC $91,120

Orange, CA $90,830

Santa Ana, CA $90,610

Long Beach, CA $90,530

Anaheim, CA $90,510

Anchorage, AK $90,470

Santa Maria, CA $90,220

Everett, WA $90,210

Danbury, CT $89,920

Bremerton, WA $89,800

Tacoma, WA $89,500

New Suffolk, NY $89,500

Sacramento, CA $89,480

Santa Barbara, CA $89,390

Trenton, NJ $89,300

San Diego, CA $89,300

Brockton, MA $89,210

Fairbanks, AK $89,000

Lompoc, CA $88,790

Lowell, MA $88,720

Ventura, CA $88,710

Nashua, NH $88,690

Stockton, CA $88,680

Modesto, CA $88,080

Poughkeepsie, NY $87,900

Olympia, WA $87,740

Kennewick, WA $87,740

New Haven, CT $87,710

Lawrence, MA $87,410

Hartford, CT $87,330

Riverside, CA $87,310

New Bedford, MA $87,230

Richland, WA $87,230

Bakersfield, CA $87,110

San Bernardino, CA $87,080

New Britain, CT $87,070

Atlantic City, NJ $87,070

New London, CT $87,040

Norwich, CT $87,010

Portsmouth, NH $87,000

Boulder, CO $86,820

Portland, OR $86,710

Worcester, MA $86,700

Minneapolis, MN $86,440

Philadelphia, PA $86,330

Honolulu, HI $86,050

Saint Paul, MN $86,010

Vineland, NJ $85,990

Providence, RI $85,750

Chicago, IL $85,510

Bellingham, WA $85,420

Springfield, MA $85,350

Baltimore, MD $85,320

Chico, CA $85,120

Pittsfield, MA $84,890

Manchester, NH $84,740

Spokane, WA $84,370

Denver, CO $84,360

Albany, NY $83,980

Troy, NY $83,940

Nassau, NY $83,850

Schenectady, NY $83,770

Wilmington, DE $83,700

Burlington, VT $83,590

Salem, OR $83,550

Portland, ME $83,300

Yakima, WA $83,210

Rochester, MN $82,960

Reno, NV $82,920

Fresno, CA $82,920

Milwaukee, WI $82,840

Detroit, MI $82,760

Ann Arbor, MI $82,750

Allentown, PA $82,730

Colorado Springs, CO $82,590

Syracuse, NY $82,550

Carson City, NV $82,550

Houston, TX $82,440

Eugene, OR $82,400

Gary, IN $82,300

Springfield, OR $82,230

Bismarck, ND $82,210

Galveston, TX $82,160

Medford, OR $82,030

Fort Collins, CO $82,000

Concord, NH $81,960

Austin, TX $81,930

Mesa, AZ $81,760

Reading, PA $81,750

Phoenix, AZ $81,740

Dallas, TX $81,720

Saint Cloud, MN $81,640

Madison, WI $81,530

Utica, NY $81,300

Rochester, NY $81,170

Des Moines, IA $81,160

Raleigh, NC $81,150

Atlanta, GA $81,030

Battle Creek, MI $81,010

Salt Lake City, UT $80,980

Lancaster, PA $80,860

Harrisburg, PA $80,740

Kansas City, MO $80,660

Champaign, IL $80,640

Kansas City, KS $80,640

Fort Worth, TX $80,630

Columbus, OH $80,620

Boca Raton, FL $80,600

Pittsburgh, PA $80,570

Richmond, VA $80,530

Indianapolis, IN $80,520

Cleveland, OH $80,510

Las Vegas, NV $80,410

Cincinnati, OH $80,410

Petersburg, VA $80,290

Huntsville, AL $80,160

Lansing, MI $80,110

Lebanon, PA $80,090

Pueblo, CO $80,090

Appleton, WI $80,060

Buffalo, NY $80,030

Dayton, OH $80,000

Racine, WI $79,990

Charlotte, NC $79,980

Saint Louis, MO $79,950

York, PA $79,900

Elkhart, IN $79,900

Gastonia, NC $79,890

Billings, MT $79,870

Beaumont, TX $79,850

Lorain, OH $79,830

Benton Harbor, MI $79,810

Toledo, OH $79,800

Binghamton, NY $79,760

Rock Hill, SC $79,750

Rockford, IL $79,710

Springfield, IL $79,670

Elyria, OH $79,660

Fargo, ND $79,660

Flagstaff, AZ $79,610

Fort Lauderdale, FL $79,560

Duluth, MN $79,510

Miami, FL $79,510

Cheyenne, WY $79,450

Grand Forks, ND $79,450

Bangor, ME $79,270

Cedar Rapids, IA $79,180

Durham, NC $79,140

Louisville, KY $79,130

Grand Rapids, MI $79,120

Hialeah, FL $79,110

Casper, WY $78,990

Scranton, PA $78,900

New Orleans, LA $78,870

Virginia Beach, VA $78,860

Akron, OH $78,820

Peoria, IL $78,710

Sarasota, FL $78,700

Nashville, TN $78,640

Omaha, NE $78,640

Green Bay, WI $78,640

Baton Rouge, LA $78,600

Charleston, SC $78,580

Jamestown, NY $78,540

Davenport, IA $78,540

Tucson, AZ $78,500

Saint Petersburg, FL $78,450

Tampa, FL $78,430

Evansville, IN $78,380

Port Arthur, TX $78,380

Bradenton, FL $78,350

Santa Fe, NM $78,200

Orlando, FL $78,050

Clearwater, FL $78,030

Canton, OH $77,850

La Crosse, WI $77,850

Albuquerque, NM $77,800

Newport News, VA $77,790

High Point, NC $77,770

Ogden, UT $77,740

Corpus Christi, TX $77,670

Norfolk, VA $77,620

Laramie, WY $77,620

Rock Island, IL $77,570

Jacksonville, FL $77,550

Saginaw, MI $77,550

Salisbury, NC $77,530

Boise, ID $77,510

Moline, IL $77,470

Fort Myers, FL $77,450

Memphis, TN $77,430

Tulsa, OK $77,390

Waterloo, IA $77,340

Spartanburg, SC $77,260

Lincoln, NE $77,220

Fort Wayne, IN $77,200

Provo, UT $77,190

Cedar Falls, IA $77,090

San Antonio, TX $77,060

Greensboro, NC $77,020

South Bend, IN $77,020

Savannah, GA $76,930

Muskegon, MI $76,890

Birmingham, AL $76,880

Winston Salem, NC $76,840

Lake Charles, LA $76,640

Anderson, IN $76,630

Lexington, KY $76,600

Augusta, GA $76,580

Greenville, SC $76,580

Lima, OH $76,510

Wichita, KS $76,500

Tuscaloosa, AL $76,500

Columbia, SC $76,430

Springfield, OH $76,410

Asheville, NC $76,280

Bloomington, IN $76,220

Knoxville, TN $75,920

Shreveport, LA $75,920

Wilmington, NC $75,810

Roanoke, VA $75,810

Topeka, KS $75,660

Frankfort, KY $75,650

Oklahoma City, OK $75,590

Chillicothe, OH $75,560

Longview, TX $75,550

Melbourne, FL $75,540

Sioux Falls, SD $75,410

Mobile, AL $75,400

Terre Haute, IN $75,370

Altoona, PA $75,320

Amarillo, TX $75,260

Killeen, TX $75,240

Fayetteville, AR $75,170

Chattanooga, TN $75,150

Sioux City, IA $75,070

Idaho Falls, ID $75,060

Lynchburg, VA $74,990

Gainesville, FL $74,880

Portsmouth, OH $74,840

Little Rock, AR $74,820

Lafayette, LA $74,790

Youngstown, OH $74,790

Daytona Beach, FL $74,740

Clarksville, TN $74,730

Pensacola, FL $74,720

Temple, TX $74,720

Hopkinsville, KY $74,480

Erie, PA $74,460

Florence, SC $74,430

Charleston, WV $74,290

Great Falls, MT $74,250

Macon, GA $74,140

Tallahassee, FL $74,130

Fayetteville, NC $74,110

Waco, TX $74,100

Helena, MT $74,040

Pine Bluff, AR $74,010

Vincennes, IN $73,910

Lubbock, TX $73,870

Alamogordo, NM $73,820

Twin Falls, ID $73,750

Rapid City, SD $73,720

Greenville, MS $73,570

Huntington, WV $73,570

Jackson, MS $73,570

Parkersburg, WV $73,480

Montgomery, AL $73,470

Wichita Falls, TX $73,380

Springfield, MO $73,380

Biloxi, MS $73,340

Monroe, LA $73,260

Johnstown, PA $73,200

Sumter, SC $73,170

Columbus, GA $73,160

Pascagoula, MS $73,000

Abilene, TX $73,000

Kingsport, TN $72,790

Albany, GA $72,790

Gulfport, MS $72,760

Alexandria, LA $72,490

Fort Smith, AR $72,280

El Paso, TX $72,060

Las Cruces, NM $71,690

Harlingen, TX $71,480

Pocatello, ID $71,460

Florence, AL $71,360

Brownsville, TX $71,340

Mcallen, TX $71,170

Dothan, AL $71,050

Columbus, MS $70,560

Altus, OK $70,170

Lawton, OK $70,020

Pierre, SD $69,720

What Skills Can Increase a Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

Commitment (Mentioned in 28.74% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
Computer Science (Mentioned in 2.72% Job Postings): Computer science is the study of computation, automation, and information. Computer science spans theoretical disciplines (such as algorithms, theory of computation, information theory, and automation) to practical disciplines.
Software Development (Mentioned in 1.19% Job Postings): Software development is the process of conceiving, specifying, designing, programming, documenting, testing, and bug fixing involved in creating and maintaining applications, frameworks, or other software components. Software development is a process of writing and maintaining the source code, but in a broader sense, it includes all that is involved between the conception of the desired software through to the final manifestation of the software, sometimes in a planned and structured process. Therefore, software development may include research, new development, prototyping, modification, reuse, re-engineering, maintenance, or any other activities that result in software products. Software can be developed for a variety of purposes, the three most common being to meet specific needs of a specific client/business (the case with custom software), to meet a perceived need of some set of potential users (the case with commercial and open source software), or for personal use (e.g. a scientist may write software to automate a mundane task). Embedded software development, that is, the development of embedded software, such as used for controlling consumer products, requires the development process to be integrated with the development of the controlled physical product. System software underlies applications and the programming process itself, and is often developed separately.

Skills	Demand Percentage
Commitment	28.74%
Computer Science	2.72%
Software Development	1.19%

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What skills can make your compensation higher?

Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate's salary.

Network Design: Can increase your salary by up to 19%.
Process Management: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.

Skill	Salary	Salary % Increase
Network Design	$98,473	19%
Process Management	$92,680	12%
Project Management	$89,370	8%

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Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $92,477. While startup companies pay approximate $78,226.

Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$78,226
Growth Stage	51~500	$82,732
Established	501~5000	$89,298
Enterprise	5000+	$92,477

Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$124,125	$60.0	50%

How Education impacts a Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediates enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $76,153 and $81,901).

Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate Salaries by Degree Level

$84,200
$83,100
$81,900
$80,800
$79,600
$78,500
$77,400
$76,200

Typical Education for Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate
Degree Level	% of user with this level of education
No Diploma	16.1%
High School	16.1%
Associates	16.1%
Bachelors	51.6%
Masters	16.1%
Doctorate	0.0%

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Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate'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.

$74,750

Average $82,750/year

$89,400

$6,229

Average $6,896/month

$7,450

$1,438

Average $1,591/week

$1,719

$36

Average $40/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,400	$7,450	$1,719	$43
Average	$82,750	$6,896	$1,591	$40
25th Percentile	$74,750	$6,229	$1,438	$36

Salary Trends for Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate

Salaries for a Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $102,587 in 2023 to around $102,443 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate salary trends, .

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2024	$103,560
2025	$102,443
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Common company salaries for Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate

Here are companies hiring for Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate and their salaries, click below for more details.

C $128,509/per year

C R Bard Inc Biotechnology the United States

H $124,697/per year

Henry Schein Canada Biotechnology the United States

N $123,899/per year

Nordex Inc Biotechnology the United States

N $120,416/per year

Nipro Corp Biotechnology the United States

E $115,870/per year

Enovis Biotechnology the United States

A $114,553/per year

Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy Biotechnology the United States

M $112,110/per year

MiniMed Inc Biotechnology the United States

L $111,500/per year

Labcorp Drug Development Biotechnology the United States

L $110,229/per year

Life Technologies Corp Biotechnology the United States

Z $106,224/per year

Zimmer Biomet Biotechnology the United States

P $103,077/per year

Promontory Therapeutics Biotechnology the United States

S $102,181/per year

Steris PLC Biotechnology the United States

G $97,274/per year

Gavin Conferences Pty Ltd Biotechnology the United States

E $94,764/per year

Endeavor BioMedicines Biotechnology the United States

R $94,402/per year

Replay Holdings LLC Biotechnology the United States

P $94,235/per year

Pleno Inc Biotechnology the United States

S $93,666/per year

Simulaids Inc Biotechnology the United States

N $88,880/per year

NOIRLab/CAS Biotechnology the United States

O $86,468/per year

Onward Technology Biotechnology the United States

L $84,895/per year

LED Medical Diagnostics Inc Biotechnology the United States

E $84,682/per year

Eyeco Ltd Biotechnology the United States

P $84,523/per year

Paerosol Biotechnology the United States

I $83,525/per year

IONIQ Sciences Inc Biotechnology the United States

S $82,815/per year

Stateside PPE Biotechnology the United States

D $82,041/per year

Digi Bio Biotechnology the United States

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FAQ about Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

2. Are C programmers still in demand?

Yes, C programmers are still in high demand across multiple sectors, including technology, aerospace, automotive, telecommunications, and finance. The salary for an Intermediate Legacy Applications Programmer ranges from $71,960 to $94,690, with a midpoint of $81,810, reflecting the value of these skills in the job market.

3. What is the hourly rate for a junior programmer?

The hourly rate for a junior programmer can vary, but based on the salary data for an Intermediate Legacy Applications Programmer, the annual salary ranges from $71,960 to $94,690. This translates to an approximate hourly rate of $34.59 to $45.54, assuming a standard 40-hour workweek.

4. What is a C++ developer's salary?

The salary for a Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate ranges from $71,960 to $94,690, with a midpoint of $81,810. This reflects the typical compensation for this role, which may vary based on experience and location.

5. How much do intermediate software engineers make in the US?

As of now, the salary range for an Intermediate Legacy Applications Programmer in the United States is between $71,960 and $94,690 annually, with a midpoint salary of $81,810. This translates to approximately $34.63 to $45.53 per hour, or $1,380 to $1,807 per week.

6. How much does a junior programmer earn in the US?

A junior programmer in the US typically earns between $71,960 and $94,690 annually, with a median salary of $81,810. This range reflects the varying levels of experience and skills in the field, providing a competitive salary for those starting their careers in programming.

7. How much does a low code developer earn in USA?

A Legacy Applications Programmer - Intermediate in the USA typically earns between $71,960 and $94,690, with a median salary of $81,810. This range reflects the varying levels of experience and expertise in the field, providing a competitive compensation structure for professionals in this role.

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