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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Film Programmer?

The Government industry offers the highest average compensation for Film Programmer roles, with salaries approximately 5% above the market median.

How does experience change A Film Programmer's salary?

A Film Programmer's salary grows with experience: an Instructor - Physics (0-0 years)earns $62,128, an Film Programmer (0-0 years)earns $80,377, an Assoc. Professor - Physics (0-0 years)earns $96,852, a Professor - Physics (0-0 years)earns $125,833,

What are the highest paying states for a Film Programmer?

Film Programmer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Film Programmer roles are District of Columbia $84,959, California $84,637, Massachusetts $83,509. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Film Programmer roles make?

Salaries for Film Programmer level roles vary by specialization: Film Director: $150,916; Film Professor: $93,269; Film Production: $66,870; Film Producer: $66,673; Film Buyer: $60,401.

Film Programmer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Film Programmer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Film Programmer in Delaware is $77,708 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,791
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $64,894 to $88,220
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $53,228

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Film Programmer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,220	$7,352	$1,697	$42
Average	$77,708	$6,476	$1,494	$37
25th Percentile	$64,894	$5,408	$1,248	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Film Programmer Salaries

A Film 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 Do Film 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 Film Programmers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $84,959.
California: $84,637.
Massachusetts: $83,509.

District of Columbia $84,959 California $84,637 Massachusetts $83,509 Washington $83,202 New Jersey $83,171 Alaska $83,064 Connecticut $82,005 New York $81,575

Hawaii $80,202 Rhode Island $79,557 Maryland $79,120 Minnesota $78,521 Colorado $78,291 Illinois $78,214 Oregon $77,923 Delaware $77,708

New Hampshire $77,573 Virginia $77,270 Pennsylvania $76,388 Nevada $75,943 North Dakota $75,797 Michigan $75,567 Wisconsin $75,482 Vermont $75,314

Texas $74,846 Maine $74,815 Arizona $74,769 Ohio $74,715 Georgia $74,009 Indiana $73,656 Wyoming $73,587 Utah $73,480

Iowa $73,434 Kansas $73,065 Louisiana $72,958 North Carolina $72,920 Missouri $72,904 Florida $72,605 Montana $72,444 Nebraska $72,290

Kentucky $72,206 South Carolina $71,899 Tennessee $71,707 Idaho $71,630 New Mexico $71,070 Oklahoma $70,948 Alabama $70,495 South Dakota $69,735

Arkansas $69,321 West Virginia $69,098 Mississippi $68,431

Top Paying Cities for Film 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:

Lincoln: $77,358
Little Creek: $77,924
Magnolia: $77,812

Lincoln, DE $77,358 Little Creek, DE $77,924 Magnolia, DE $77,812 Milford, DE $77,554 Marydel, DE $77,682 Millsboro, DE $77,033 Millville, DE $77,152 Milton, DE $77,286

Nassau, DE $77,342 Ocean View, DE $77,139 Rehoboth Beach, DE $77,287 Seaford, DE $77,331 Selbyville, DE $77,011 Smyrna, DE $77,978 Viola, DE $77,619 Woodside, DE $77,827

Bear, DE $77,648 Newark, DE $77,619 Claymont, DE $77,778 Delaware City, DE $77,696 Hockessin, DE $77,612 Kirkwood, DE $77,682 Middletown, DE $77,712 Montchanin, DE $77,629

New Castle, DE $77,641 Odessa, DE $77,750 Port Penn, DE $77,802 Rockland, DE $77,637 Saint Georges, DE $77,687 Townsend, DE $77,807 Winterthur, DE $77,646 Lewes, DE $77,316

Wilmington, DE $77,616 Dover, DE $77,924 Dover Afb, DE $77,514 Bethany Beach, DE $77,058 Bethel, DE $77,138 Bridgeville, DE $77,319 Camden Wyoming, DE $77,705 Cheswold, DE $77,899

Clayton, DE $77,901 Dagsboro, DE $77,004 Delmar, DE $76,881 Ellendale, DE $77,114 Felton, DE $77,548 Fenwick Island, DE $77,021 Frankford, DE $76,887 Frederica, DE $77,625

Georgetown, DE $76,975 Greenwood, DE $77,332 Harbeson, DE $77,057 Harrington, DE $77,450 Hartly, DE $77,691 Houston, DE $77,339 Kenton, DE $77,905 Laurel, DE $76,929

Yorklyn, DE $77,635

Film Programmer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Film Programmer roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 10% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Government, offers compensation 5% above the average. Conversely, Film Programmer positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Film Programmer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Film Programmer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Government	$81,593	$39.0	5%

Film Programmer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Film 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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$64,894

Average $77,708/year

$88,220

$5,408

Average $6,476/month

$7,352

$1,248

Average $1,494/week

$1,697

$31

Average $37/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,220	$7,352	$1,697	$42
Average	$77,708	$6,476	$1,494	$37
25th Percentile	$64,894	$5,408	$1,248	$31

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