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Hourly Wage for Client/Server Programmer II Salary in the United States

What is the hourly salary range of Client/Server Programmer II?

As of January 01, 2026, the average hourly rate for a Client/Server Programmer II in the United States is $41, which translates to an annual salary of about $85,818.

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): $43 per hour
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39 to $42 per hour
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38 per hour
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Client/Server Programmer II Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $87,541 $7,295 $1,683 $42
Average $85,818 $7,152 $1,650 $41
25th Percentile $81,943 $6,829 $1,576 $39
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Key Factors That Influence Client/Server Programmer II Salaries

A Client/Server Programmer II'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 Client/Server Programmer II Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Client/Server Programmer II'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): $84,546
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $84,661
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $85,947
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $86,667
  • Expert (over 8 years): $86,718
Levels Salary
Entry Level Client/Server Programmer II$84,546
Intermediate Level Client/Server Programmer II$84,661
Senior Level Client/Server Programmer II$85,947
Specialist Level Client/Server Programmer II$86,667
Expert Level Client/Server Programmer II$86,718
$84,546 0 yr
$84,661 < 2 yrs
$85,947 2-4 yrs
$86,667 5-8 yrs
$86,718 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Client/Server Programmer IIs

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: $108,242
  • San Francisco: $107,178
  • Oakland: $104,801

How Education impacts a Client/Server Programmer II's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Client/Server Programmer IIs enter the field with a Associate's Degree 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 Client/Server Programmer II with a Associate's Degree is between $83,686 and $89,746).

Client/Server Programmer II Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Client/Server Programmer II
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.6%
High School 6.8%
Associates 9.4%
Bachelors 57.3%
Masters 24.5%
Doctorate 0.5%
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Client/Server Programmer II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Client/Server Programmer II'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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$81,943
Average $85,818/year
$87,541
$6,829
Average $7,152/month
$7,295
$1,576
Average $1,650/week
$1,683
$39
Average $41/hour
$42
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $87,541 $7,295 $1,683 $42
Average $85,818 $7,152 $1,650 $41
25th Percentile $81,943 $6,829 $1,576 $39

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Salary Trends for Client/Server Programmer II

Salaries for a Client/Server Programmer II can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $86,255 in 2023 to around $86,460 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Client/Server Programmer II salary trends, .

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FAQ about Client/Server Programmer II

1. What are the responsibilities of Client/Server Programmer II?

Reviews, analyzes, and modifies programming systems including encoding, testing, debugging and installing to support an organization's client/server software applications. Designs, plans, enhances, and tests all distributed systems platforms. Conducts technical assessment, research, and testing of technologies as requested. May require a bachelor's degree in a related area. Familiar with relational database concepts, and client-server concepts. Typically reports to a project leader or manager. Typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work.

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