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

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

How does experience change A Programming Analyst's salary?

A Programming Analyst's salary grows with experience: a Client/Server Programmer I (0-2 years)earns $73,664, a Programming Analyst (2-4 years)earns $87,149, a Client/Server Programmer III (4-7 years)earns $112,879, a Client/Server Programmer IV (7+ years)earns $126,090, a Client/Server Programmer V (7-10 years)earns $147,679,

What are the highest paying states for a Programming Analyst?

Programming Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Programming Analyst roles are District of Columbia $94,313, California $93,955, Massachusetts $92,703. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Programming Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Programming Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Director - Programming: $198,444; Programming Engineer: $142,113; Data Warehouse Programming Specialist IV: $129,982; Programming Developer: $118,302; Systems Programming: $117,128.

Programming Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Programming Analyst make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Programming Analyst in Delaware is $86,263 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $90,376
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $82,011 to $88,416
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $78,139

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Programming Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,416	$7,368	$1,700	$43
Average	$86,263	$7,189	$1,659	$41
25th Percentile	$82,011	$6,834	$1,577	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Programming Analyst Salaries

A Programming Analyst'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 Programming Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Programming Analyst'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): $73,664
Early Career (1-2 years): $87,149
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $112,879
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $126,090
Expert (over 8 years): $147,679

Levels	Salary
Client/Se... Level Programming Analyst	$73,664
Programmi... Level Programming Analyst	$87,149
Client/Se... Level Programming Analyst	$112,879
Client/Se... Level Programming Analyst	$126,090
Client/Se... Level Programming Analyst	$147,679

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How Do Programming Analyst 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 Programming Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $94,313.
California: $93,955.
Massachusetts: $92,703.

District of Columbia $94,313 California $93,955 Massachusetts $92,703 Washington $92,362 New Jersey $92,328 Alaska $92,209 Connecticut $91,033 New York $90,556

Hawaii $89,031 Rhode Island $88,316 Maryland $87,830 Minnesota $87,166 Colorado $86,910 Illinois $86,825 Oregon $86,501 Delaware $86,263

New Hampshire $86,113 Virginia $85,777 Pennsylvania $84,798 Nevada $84,304 North Dakota $84,142 Michigan $83,886 Wisconsin $83,793 Vermont $83,605

Texas $83,086 Maine $83,052 Arizona $83,000 Ohio $82,941 Georgia $82,157 Indiana $81,765 Wyoming $81,689 Utah $81,569

Iowa $81,518 Kansas $81,109 Louisiana $80,990 North Carolina $80,948 Missouri $80,931 Florida $80,598 Montana $80,419 Nebraska $80,249

Kentucky $80,155 South Carolina $79,815 Tennessee $79,602 Idaho $79,517 New Mexico $78,895 Oklahoma $78,758 Alabama $78,256 South Dakota $77,413

Arkansas $76,953 West Virginia $76,706 Mississippi $75,965

Top Paying Cities for Programming Analysts

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: $89,278
Little Creek: $88,452
Magnolia: $88,818

Lincoln, DE $89,278 Little Creek, DE $88,452 Magnolia, DE $88,818 Milford, DE $89,278 Marydel, DE $88,120 Millsboro, DE $89,278 Millville, DE $89,875 Milton, DE $89,278

Nassau, DE $89,278 Ocean View, DE $89,875 Rehoboth Beach, DE $89,875 Seaford, DE $88,341 Selbyville, DE $89,875 Smyrna, DE $88,018 Viola, DE $88,818 Woodside, DE $88,563

Bear, DE $87,370 Newark, DE $87,404 Claymont, DE $87,472 Delaware City, DE $87,404 Hockessin, DE $87,472 Kirkwood, DE $87,404 Middletown, DE $87,839 Montchanin, DE $87,472

New Castle, DE $87,472 Odessa, DE $87,958 Port Penn, DE $87,166 Rockland, DE $87,472 Saint Georges, DE $87,404 Townsend, DE $87,830 Winterthur, DE $87,472 Lewes, DE $89,278

Wilmington, DE $87,472 Dover, DE $88,409 Dover Afb, DE $88,614 Bethany Beach, DE $89,875 Bethel, DE $88,341 Bridgeville, DE $89,278 Camden Wyoming, DE $88,503 Cheswold, DE $88,205

Clayton, DE $87,984 Dagsboro, DE $89,875 Delmar, DE $88,341 Ellendale, DE $89,278 Felton, DE $89,278 Fenwick Island, DE $89,875 Frankford, DE $89,875 Frederica, DE $89,278

Georgetown, DE $89,278 Greenwood, DE $89,278 Harbeson, DE $89,278 Harrington, DE $89,278 Hartly, DE $87,941 Houston, DE $89,278 Kenton, DE $87,984 Laurel, DE $88,341

Yorklyn, DE $87,472

Programming Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Programming Analyst'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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$82,011

Average $86,263/year

$88,416

$6,834

Average $7,189/month

$7,368

$1,577

Average $1,659/week

$1,700

$39

Average $41/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,416	$7,368	$1,700	$43
Average	$86,263	$7,189	$1,659	$41
25th Percentile	$82,011	$6,834	$1,577	$39

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