What are the main factors that influence an IT Programmer's salary?

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

How does experience change An IT Programmer's salary?

An IT Programmer's salary grows with experience: a IT Programmer (0-2 years)earns $83,263, a Midrange Programmer II (2-4 years)earns $101,562, a Midrange Programmer III (4-7 years)earns $118,438, a Midrange Programmer IV (7+ years)earns $133,106, a Midrange Programmer V (7-10 years)earns $163,133,

What are the highest paying states for an IT Programmer?

IT Programmer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for IT Programmer roles are District of Columbia $83,753, California $83,435, Massachusetts $82,323. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of IT Programmer roles make?

Salaries for IT Programmer level roles vary by specialization: IT Systems Programmer V: $159,400; Software Systems Programmer V: $159,386; IT Systems Programmer IV: $138,500; Software Systems Programmer IV: $138,452; IT Systems Programmer III: $118,500.

IT Programmer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an IT Programmer make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an IT Programmer in District of Columbia is $83,753 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $96,479
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $79,123 to $90,415
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,908

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IT Programmer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,415	$7,535	$1,739	$43
Average	$83,753	$6,979	$1,611	$40
25th Percentile	$79,123	$6,594	$1,522	$38

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Key Factors That Influence IT Programmer Salaries

An IT 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 Experience Level Affects IT Programmer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an IT Programmer'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): $83,263
Early Career (1-2 years): $101,562
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $118,438
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $133,106
Expert (over 8 years): $163,133

Levels	Salary
IT Progra... Level IT Programmer	$83,263
Midrange ... Level IT Programmer	$101,562
Midrange ... Level IT Programmer	$118,438
Midrange ... Level IT Programmer	$133,106
Midrange ... Level IT Programmer	$163,133

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

District of Columbia: $83,753.
California: $83,435.
Massachusetts: $82,323.

District of Columbia $83,753 California $83,435 Massachusetts $82,323 Washington $82,021 New Jersey $81,991 Alaska $81,885 Connecticut $80,841 New York $80,417

Hawaii $79,063 Rhode Island $78,428 Maryland $77,997 Minnesota $77,407 Colorado $77,180 Illinois $77,104 Oregon $76,817 Delaware $76,605

New Hampshire $76,472 Virginia $76,174 Pennsylvania $75,304 Nevada $74,865 North Dakota $74,721 Michigan $74,494 Wisconsin $74,411 Vermont $74,245

Texas $73,783 Maine $73,753 Arizona $73,708 Ohio $73,655 Georgia $72,959 Indiana $72,611 Wyoming $72,543 Utah $72,437

Iowa $72,391 Kansas $72,028 Louisiana $71,922 North Carolina $71,885 Missouri $71,869 Florida $71,574 Montana $71,416 Nebraska $71,264

Kentucky $71,181 South Carolina $70,879 Tennessee $70,689 Idaho $70,614 New Mexico $70,062 Oklahoma $69,941 Alabama $69,494 South Dakota $68,745

Arkansas $68,337 West Virginia $68,118 Mississippi $67,459

Top Paying Cities for IT 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:

Parcel Return Service: $83,299
Washington: $83,299
Naval Anacost Annex: $83,296

Parcel Return Service, DC $83,299 Washington, DC $83,299 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $83,296 Washington Navy Yard, DC $83,299

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

Understanding how an IT 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.

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$79,123

Average $83,753/year

$90,415

$6,594

Average $6,979/month

$7,535

$1,522

Average $1,611/week

$1,739

$38

Average $40/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,415	$7,535	$1,739	$43
Average	$83,753	$6,979	$1,611	$40
25th Percentile	$79,123	$6,594	$1,522	$38

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