What are the main factors that influence a Computer Programming Specialist's salary?

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

How does experience change A Computer Programming Specialist's salary?

A Computer Programming Specialist's salary grows with experience: starting around $104,986 for beginners, reaching about $106,620 at mid-level, and approach $110,651 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Computer Programming Specialist?

Computer Programming Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Computer Programming Specialist roles are District of Columbia $116,569, California $116,127, Massachusetts $114,579. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Computer Programming Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Computer Programming Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Computer Numerical Control Programming Manager: $162,068; Computer Graphics Specialist: $121,377; Data Warehouse Programming Specialist: $109,262; Computer Systems Specialist: $95,071; Computer System Specialist: $91,658.

Computer Programming Specialist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Computer Programming Specialist make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer Programming Specialist in Delaware is $106,620 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

However, a Computer Programming Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $132,427
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $94,854 to $120,128
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $84,141

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Computer Programming Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$120,128	$10,011	$2,310	$58
Average	$106,620	$8,885	$2,050	$51
25th Percentile	$94,854	$7,904	$1,824	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Computer Programming Specialist Salaries

A Computer Programming Specialist'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 Computer Programming Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computer Programming Specialist'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): $104,986
Early Career (1-2 years): $105,476
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $106,620
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $107,928
Expert (over 8 years): $110,651

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Computer Programming Specialist	$104,986
Intermediate Level Computer Programming Specialist	$105,476
Senior Level Computer Programming Specialist	$106,620
Specialist Level Computer Programming Specialist	$107,928
Expert Level Computer Programming Specialist	$110,651

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How Do Computer Programming Specialist 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 Computer Programming Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $116,569.
California: $116,127.
Massachusetts: $114,579.

District of Columbia $116,569 California $116,127 Massachusetts $114,579 Washington $114,158 New Jersey $114,116 Alaska $113,969 Connecticut $112,516 New York $111,926

Hawaii $110,042 Rhode Island $109,157 Maryland $108,557 Minnesota $107,736 Colorado $107,420 Illinois $107,315 Oregon $106,915 Delaware $106,620

New Hampshire $106,435 Virginia $106,020 Pennsylvania $104,809 Nevada $104,199 North Dakota $103,999 Michigan $103,683 Wisconsin $103,567 Vermont $103,335

Texas $102,693 Maine $102,651 Arizona $102,588 Ohio $102,514 Georgia $101,545 Indiana $101,061 Wyoming $100,966 Utah $100,819

Iowa $100,756 Kansas $100,250 Louisiana $100,103 North Carolina $100,050 Missouri $100,029 Florida $99,619 Montana $99,398 Nebraska $99,187

Kentucky $99,071 South Carolina $98,650 Tennessee $98,387 Idaho $98,282 New Mexico $97,513 Oklahoma $97,345 Alabama $96,723 South Dakota $95,681

Arkansas $95,113 West Virginia $94,807 Mississippi $93,891

Top Paying Cities for Computer Programming Specialists

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:

Lincoln: $110,347
Little Creek: $109,326
Magnolia: $109,779

Lincoln, DE $110,347 Little Creek, DE $109,326 Magnolia, DE $109,779 Milford, DE $110,347 Marydel, DE $108,915 Millsboro, DE $110,347 Millville, DE $111,084 Milton, DE $110,347

Nassau, DE $110,347 Ocean View, DE $111,084 Rehoboth Beach, DE $111,084 Seaford, DE $109,189 Selbyville, DE $111,084 Smyrna, DE $108,789 Viola, DE $109,779 Woodside, DE $109,463

Bear, DE $107,989 Newark, DE $108,031 Claymont, DE $108,115 Delaware City, DE $108,031 Hockessin, DE $108,115 Kirkwood, DE $108,031 Middletown, DE $108,568 Montchanin, DE $108,115

New Castle, DE $108,115 Odessa, DE $108,715 Port Penn, DE $107,736 Rockland, DE $108,115 Saint Georges, DE $108,031 Townsend, DE $108,557 Winterthur, DE $108,115 Lewes, DE $110,347

Wilmington, DE $108,115 Dover, DE $109,273 Dover Afb, DE $109,526 Bethany Beach, DE $111,084 Bethel, DE $109,189 Bridgeville, DE $110,347 Camden Wyoming, DE $109,389 Cheswold, DE $109,021

Clayton, DE $108,747 Dagsboro, DE $111,084 Delmar, DE $109,189 Ellendale, DE $110,347 Felton, DE $110,347 Fenwick Island, DE $111,084 Frankford, DE $111,084 Frederica, DE $110,347

Georgetown, DE $110,347 Greenwood, DE $110,347 Harbeson, DE $110,347 Harrington, DE $110,347 Hartly, DE $108,694 Houston, DE $110,347 Kenton, DE $108,747 Laurel, DE $109,189

Yorklyn, DE $108,115

Computer Programming Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Computer Programming Specialist'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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$94,854

Average $106,620/year

$120,128

$7,904

Average $8,885/month

$10,011

$1,824

Average $2,050/week

$2,310

$46

Average $51/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$120,128	$10,011	$2,310	$58
Average	$106,620	$8,885	$2,050	$51
25th Percentile	$94,854	$7,904	$1,824	$46

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