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

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

As of January 01, 2026, the average hourly rate for a Client/Server Programmer IV in the United States is $60, which translates to an annual salary of about $124,134.

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): $72 per hour
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54 to $66 per hour
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48 per hour
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Client/Server Programmer IV Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $137,699 $11,475 $2,648 $66
Average $124,134 $10,345 $2,387 $60
25th Percentile $111,890 $9,324 $2,152 $54
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Key Factors That Influence Client/Server Programmer IV Salaries

A Client/Server Programmer IV'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 IV Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Client/Server Programmer IV'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): $117,738
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $118,652
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $119,565
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $122,855
  • Expert (over 8 years): $129,600
Levels Salary
Entry Level Client/Server Programmer IV$117,738
Intermediate Level Client/Server Programmer IV$118,652
Senior Level Client/Server Programmer IV$119,565
Specialist Level Client/Server Programmer IV$122,855
Expert Level Client/Server Programmer IV$129,600
$117,738 0 yr
$118,652 < 2 yrs
$119,565 2-4 yrs
$122,855 5-8 yrs
$129,600 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Client/Server Programmer IVs

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: $156,570
  • San Francisco: $155,031
  • Oakland: $151,592

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

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Client/Server Programmer IVs enter the field with a Bachelor'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 IV with a Bachelor's Degree is between $116,775 and $124,372).

Client/Server Programmer IV Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Client/Server Programmer IV
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 8.6%
High School 8.6%
Associates 6.9%
Bachelors 60.3%
Masters 23.0%
Doctorate 1.1%
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Client/Server Programmer IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Client/Server Programmer IV'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

Salary Trends for Client/Server Programmer IV

Salaries for a Client/Server Programmer IV can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $123,146 in 2023 to around $120,123 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Client/Server Programmer IV salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Client/Server Programmer IV Over Time

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2023
$123,146
2024
$121,669
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2024 $121,669
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FAQ about Client/Server Programmer IV

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

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. Requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Typically requires 7+ years of related experience. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. Work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group.

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