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

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

How does experience change A Principal Statistical Programmer's salary?

A Principal Statistical Programmer's salary grows with experience: a Clinical Programmer I (0-2 years)earns $74,647, a Clinical Programmer II (2-4 years)earns $101,305, a Principal Statistical Programmer (4-7 years)earns $111,380, a Clinical Programmer IV (7+ years)earns $139,371,

What are the highest paying states for a Principal Statistical Programmer?

Principal Statistical Programmer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Principal Statistical Programmer roles are District of Columbia $119,562, California $119,109, Massachusetts $117,521. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Principal Statistical Programmer roles make?

Salaries for Principal Statistical Programmer level roles vary by specialization: Principal Programmer: $171,586; Statistical Programmer Consultant: $163,168; Senior Statistical Programmer: $147,199; Principal SAS Programmer: $133,257; Statistical Consultant: $117,721.

Principal Statistical Programmer Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Principal Statistical Programmer make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Principal Statistical Programmer in Rhode Island is $111,960 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $127,027
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $101,670 to $119,847
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $92,302

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Principal Statistical Programmer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$119,847	$9,987	$2,305	$58
Average	$111,960	$9,330	$2,153	$54
25th Percentile	$101,670	$8,473	$1,955	$49

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Key Factors That Influence Principal Statistical Programmer Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $119,562.
California: $119,109.
Massachusetts: $117,521.

District of Columbia $119,562 California $119,109 Massachusetts $117,521 Washington $117,089 New Jersey $117,046 Alaska $116,895 Connecticut $115,405 New York $114,800

Hawaii $112,867 Rhode Island $111,960 Maryland $111,344 Minnesota $110,502 Colorado $110,178 Illinois $110,070 Oregon $109,660 Delaware $109,357

New Hampshire $109,167 Virginia $108,742 Pennsylvania $107,500 Nevada $106,874 North Dakota $106,669 Michigan $106,345 Wisconsin $106,226 Vermont $105,988

Texas $105,330 Maine $105,286 Arizona $105,222 Ohio $105,146 Georgia $104,152 Indiana $103,656 Wyoming $103,559 Utah $103,407

Iowa $103,343 Kansas $102,824 Louisiana $102,673 North Carolina $102,619 Missouri $102,597 Florida $102,176 Montana $101,950 Nebraska $101,734

Kentucky $101,615 South Carolina $101,183 Tennessee $100,913 Idaho $100,805 New Mexico $100,017 Oklahoma $99,844 Alabama $99,207 South Dakota $98,138

Arkansas $97,555 West Virginia $97,241 Mississippi $96,302

Top Paying Cities for Principal Statistical 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:

Adamsville: $113,359
Albion: $112,402
Ashaway: $113,144

Adamsville, RI $113,359 Albion, RI $112,402 Ashaway, RI $113,144 Barrington, RI $112,106 Block Island, RI $112,730 Bradford, RI $113,076 Bristol, RI $112,538 Carolina, RI $112,890

Charlestown, RI $112,931 Chepachet, RI $112,706 Clayville, RI $112,392 Coventry, RI $112,397 West Greenwich, RI $112,707 East Greenwich, RI $112,322 Exeter, RI $112,676 Fiskeville, RI $112,104

Forestdale, RI $112,967 Foster, RI $112,647 Glendale, RI $112,976 Greene, RI $112,795 Greenville, RI $112,147 Harmony, RI $112,291 Harrisville, RI $112,927 Hope, RI $112,174

Hope Valley, RI $113,045 Hopkinton, RI $113,194 Jamestown, RI $112,816 Kenyon, RI $112,876 Little Compton, RI $113,342 Manville, RI $112,549 Mapleville, RI $112,728 Newport, RI $112,930

Middletown, RI $112,979 North Kingstown, RI $112,515 North Scituate, RI $112,292 Oakland, RI $112,850 Pascoag, RI $113,002 Pawtucket, RI $111,938 Central Falls, RI $111,988 Cumberland, RI $112,624

Lincoln, RI $112,100 Portsmouth, RI $112,918 Prudence Island, RI $112,686 Rockville, RI $113,177 Saunderstown, RI $112,748 Shannock, RI $112,882 Slatersville, RI $112,968 Slocum, RI $112,745

Tiverton, RI $113,261 Wakefield, RI $112,844 Kingston, RI $112,801 Narragansett, RI $112,876 Peace Dale, RI $112,830 Warren, RI $112,395 Warwick, RI $112,082 Westerly, RI $113,171

West Kingston, RI $112,837 West Warwick, RI $112,219 Wood River Junction, RI $112,998 Woonsocket, RI $112,974 North Smithfield, RI $112,717 Wyoming, RI $112,882 Providence, RI $111,906 Cranston, RI $111,921

North Providence, RI $111,934 East Providence, RI $111,913 Riverside, RI $111,949 Rumford, RI $111,933 Smithfield, RI $112,160 Johnston, RI $111,972

Principal Statistical Programmer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Principal Statistical 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 May 01, 2026

$101,670

Average $111,960/year

$119,847

$8,473

Average $9,330/month

$9,987

$1,955

Average $2,153/week

$2,305

$49

Average $54/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$119,847	$9,987	$2,305	$58
Average	$111,960	$9,330	$2,153	$54
25th Percentile	$101,670	$8,473	$1,955	$49

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