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

A Programmer Analyst's salary grows with experience: an Applications Programmer I (0-2 years)earns $74,414, an Programmer Analyst (2-4 years)earns $97,212, an Applications Programmer III (4-7 years)earns $125,056, an Applications Programmer IV (7+ years)earns $146,527, an Applications Programmer V (7-10 years)earns $170,263,

What are the highest paying states for a Programmer Analyst?

Programmer Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Programmer Analyst roles are District of Columbia $106,917, California $106,512, Massachusetts $105,092. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Programmer Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Programmer Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Development Programmer and Analyst: $128,982; Programmer Analyst, Sr: $122,742; RPG Programmer Analyst: $120,033; Oracle Programmer Analyst: $119,956; IT Programmer Analyst: $117,125.

Programmer Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Programmer Analyst make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Programmer Analyst in Delaware is $97,792 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $112,866
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $88,618 to $105,682
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $80,266

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Programmer Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,682	$8,807	$2,032	$51
Average	$97,792	$8,149	$1,881	$47
25th Percentile	$88,618	$7,385	$1,704	$43

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Key Factors That Influence Programmer Analyst Salaries

A Programmer 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 Programmer Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Programmer 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): $74,414
Early Career (1-2 years): $97,212
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $125,056
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $146,527
Expert (over 8 years): $170,263

Levels	Salary
Applicati... Level Programmer Analyst	$74,414
Programme... Level Programmer Analyst	$97,212
Applicati... Level Programmer Analyst	$125,056
Applicati... Level Programmer Analyst	$146,527
Applicati... Level Programmer Analyst	$170,263

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

District of Columbia: $106,917.
California: $106,512.
Massachusetts: $105,092.

District of Columbia $106,917 California $106,512 Massachusetts $105,092 Washington $104,706 New Jersey $104,667 Alaska $104,532 Connecticut $103,199 New York $102,659

Hawaii $100,930 Rhode Island $100,119 Maryland $99,569 Minnesota $98,815 Colorado $98,526 Illinois $98,429 Oregon $98,062 Delaware $97,792

New Hampshire $97,622 Virginia $97,241 Pennsylvania $96,131 Nevada $95,571 North Dakota $95,387 Michigan $95,098 Wisconsin $94,991 Vermont $94,779

Texas $94,190 Maine $94,151 Arizona $94,093 Ohio $94,026 Georgia $93,137 Indiana $92,693 Wyoming $92,606 Utah $92,471

Iowa $92,413 Kansas $91,950 Louisiana $91,814 North Carolina $91,766 Missouri $91,747 Florida $91,370 Montana $91,167 Nebraska $90,974

Kentucky $90,868 South Carolina $90,482 Tennessee $90,240 Idaho $90,144 New Mexico $89,439 Oklahoma $89,284 Alabama $88,715 South Dakota $87,759

Arkansas $87,237 West Virginia $86,957 Mississippi $86,117

Top Paying Cities for Programmer 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: $101,210
Little Creek: $100,274
Magnolia: $100,689

Lincoln, DE $101,210 Little Creek, DE $100,274 Magnolia, DE $100,689 Milford, DE $101,210 Marydel, DE $99,897 Millsboro, DE $101,210 Millville, DE $101,886 Milton, DE $101,210

Nassau, DE $101,210 Ocean View, DE $101,886 Rehoboth Beach, DE $101,886 Seaford, DE $100,148 Selbyville, DE $101,886 Smyrna, DE $99,781 Viola, DE $100,689 Woodside, DE $100,399

Bear, DE $99,047 Newark, DE $99,086 Claymont, DE $99,163 Delaware City, DE $99,086 Hockessin, DE $99,163 Kirkwood, DE $99,086 Middletown, DE $99,578 Montchanin, DE $99,163

New Castle, DE $99,163 Odessa, DE $99,713 Port Penn, DE $98,815 Rockland, DE $99,163 Saint Georges, DE $99,086 Townsend, DE $99,569 Winterthur, DE $99,163 Lewes, DE $101,210

Wilmington, DE $99,163 Dover, DE $100,225 Dover Afb, DE $100,457 Bethany Beach, DE $101,886 Bethel, DE $100,148 Bridgeville, DE $101,210 Camden Wyoming, DE $100,331 Cheswold, DE $99,993

Clayton, DE $99,742 Dagsboro, DE $101,886 Delmar, DE $100,148 Ellendale, DE $101,210 Felton, DE $101,210 Fenwick Island, DE $101,886 Frankford, DE $101,886 Frederica, DE $101,210

Georgetown, DE $101,210 Greenwood, DE $101,210 Harbeson, DE $101,210 Harrington, DE $101,210 Hartly, DE $99,694 Houston, DE $101,210 Kenton, DE $99,742 Laurel, DE $100,148

Yorklyn, DE $99,163

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

Understanding how a Programmer 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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$88,618

Average $97,792/year

$105,682

$7,385

Average $8,149/month

$8,807

$1,704

Average $1,881/week

$2,032

$43

Average $47/hour

$51

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,682	$8,807	$2,032	$51
Average	$97,792	$8,149	$1,881	$47
25th Percentile	$88,618	$7,385	$1,704	$43

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