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

An Audio Programmer's salary grows with experience: starting around $57,769 for beginners, reaching about $61,791 at mid-level, and approach $63,703 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Audio Programmer?

Audio Programmer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Audio Programmer roles are District of Columbia $63,521, California $63,280, Massachusetts $62,437. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Audio Programmer roles make?

Salaries for Audio Programmer level roles vary by specialization: Audio Designer: $93,168; Audio Video Programmer: $82,388; Audio Mixer: $80,648; Audio Producer: $65,989; Audio Operator: $59,552.

Audio Programmer Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Audio Programmer make in Rhode Island?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Audio Programmer in Rhode Island is $59,482 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,213
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,229 to $66,146
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,625

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Audio Programmer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,146	$5,512	$1,272	$32
Average	$59,482	$4,957	$1,144	$29
25th Percentile	$52,229	$4,352	$1,004	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Audio Programmer Salaries

An Audio 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 Audio Programmer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Audio 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): $57,769
Early Career (1-2 years): $58,978
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $61,791
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $63,491
Expert (over 8 years): $63,703

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Audio Programmer	$57,769
Intermediate Level Audio Programmer	$58,978
Senior Level Audio Programmer	$61,791
Specialist Level Audio Programmer	$63,491
Expert Level Audio Programmer	$63,703

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

District of Columbia: $63,521.
California: $63,280.
Massachusetts: $62,437.

District of Columbia $63,521 California $63,280 Massachusetts $62,437 Washington $62,207 New Jersey $62,184 Alaska $62,104 Connecticut $61,312 New York $60,991

Hawaii $59,964 Rhode Island $59,482 Maryland $59,155 Minnesota $58,707 Colorado $58,535 Illinois $58,478 Oregon $58,260 Delaware $58,099

New Hampshire $57,998 Virginia $57,772 Pennsylvania $57,113 Nevada $56,780 North Dakota $56,671 Michigan $56,499 Wisconsin $56,436 Vermont $56,309

Texas $55,959 Maine $55,936 Arizona $55,902 Ohio $55,862 Georgia $55,334 Indiana $55,070 Wyoming $55,019 Utah $54,938

Iowa $54,904 Kansas $54,628 Louisiana $54,548 North Carolina $54,519 Missouri $54,508 Florida $54,284 Montana $54,164 Nebraska $54,049

Kentucky $53,986 South Carolina $53,756 Tennessee $53,613 Idaho $53,556 New Mexico $53,137 Oklahoma $53,045 Alabama $52,706 South Dakota $52,138

Arkansas $51,829 West Virginia $51,662 Mississippi $51,163

Top Paying Cities for Audio 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: $60,457
Albion: $59,453
Ashaway: $60,687

Adamsville, RI $60,457 Albion, RI $59,453 Ashaway, RI $60,687 Barrington, RI $59,453 Block Island, RI $60,371 Bradford, RI $60,647 Bristol, RI $59,396 Carolina, RI $60,153

Charlestown, RI $60,216 Chepachet, RI $59,339 Clayville, RI $59,396 Coventry, RI $59,339 West Greenwich, RI $59,298 East Greenwich, RI $59,379 Exeter, RI $60,647 Fiskeville, RI $59,453

Forestdale, RI $59,396 Foster, RI $59,298 Glendale, RI $59,298 Greene, RI $59,964 Greenville, RI $59,453 Harmony, RI $59,436 Harrisville, RI $59,339 Hope, RI $59,453

Hope Valley, RI $60,687 Hopkinton, RI $60,704 Jamestown, RI $60,096 Kenyon, RI $60,629 Little Compton, RI $60,434 Manville, RI $59,453 Mapleville, RI $59,298 Newport, RI $60,107

Middletown, RI $60,360 North Kingstown, RI $59,281 North Scituate, RI $59,436 Oakland, RI $59,356 Pascoag, RI $59,321 Pawtucket, RI $59,453 Central Falls, RI $59,453 Cumberland, RI $59,453

Lincoln, RI $59,453 Portsmouth, RI $59,866 Prudence Island, RI $59,339 Rockville, RI $60,704 Saunderstown, RI $60,130 Shannock, RI $60,612 Slatersville, RI $59,396 Slocum, RI $60,130

Tiverton, RI $60,474 Wakefield, RI $60,067 Kingston, RI $60,079 Narragansett, RI $60,090 Peace Dale, RI $60,067 Warren, RI $59,436 Warwick, RI $59,453 Westerly, RI $60,721

West Kingston, RI $60,113 West Warwick, RI $59,453 Wood River Junction, RI $60,647 Woonsocket, RI $59,396 North Smithfield, RI $59,436 Wyoming, RI $60,629 Providence, RI $59,453 Cranston, RI $59,453

North Providence, RI $59,453 East Providence, RI $59,453 Riverside, RI $59,453 Rumford, RI $59,453 Smithfield, RI $59,453 Johnston, RI $59,453

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

Understanding how an Audio 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 January 01, 2026

$52,229

Average $59,482/year

$66,146

$4,352

Average $4,957/month

$5,512

$1,004

Average $1,144/week

$1,272

$25

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,146	$5,512	$1,272	$32
Average	$59,482	$4,957	$1,144	$29
25th Percentile	$52,229	$4,352	$1,004	$25

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