What are the main factors that influence a Cognos Developer's salary?

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

How does experience change A Cognos Developer's salary?

A Cognos Developer's salary grows with experience: a Business Intelligence Specialist I (0-2 years)earns $69,251, a Business Intelligence Specialist II (2-4 years)earns $88,232, a Cognos Developer (4-7 years)earns $116,028, a Business Intelligence Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $128,356, a Business Intelligence Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $172,200,

What are the highest paying states for a Cognos Developer?

Cognos Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cognos Developer roles are District of Columbia $123,077, California $122,611, Massachusetts $120,977. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cognos Developer roles make?

Salaries for Cognos Developer level roles vary by specialization: C++ Developer Senior Developer: $152,123; Senior Cognos Developer: $127,895; Cognos Report Developer: $112,902; Java Developer: $105,991; Cognos Software Developer: $96,771.

Cognos Developer Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Cognos Developer make in Rhode Island?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cognos Developer in Rhode Island is $115,252 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $136,291
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $104,080 to $126,265
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $93,909

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$126,265	$10,522	$2,428	$61
Average	$115,252	$9,604	$2,216	$55
25th Percentile	$104,080	$8,673	$2,002	$50

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Key Factors That Influence Cognos Developer Salaries

A Cognos Developer'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 Cognos Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cognos Developer'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): $69,251
Early Career (1-2 years): $88,232
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $116,028
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $128,356
Expert (over 8 years): $172,200

Levels	Salary
Business ... Level Cognos Developer	$69,251
Business ... Level Cognos Developer	$88,232
Cognos De... Level Cognos Developer	$116,028
Business ... Level Cognos Developer	$128,356
Business ... Level Cognos Developer	$172,200

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How Do Cognos Developer 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 Cognos Developers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $123,077.
California: $122,611.
Massachusetts: $120,977.

District of Columbia $123,077 California $122,611 Massachusetts $120,977 Washington $120,532 New Jersey $120,487 Alaska $120,332 Connecticut $118,798 New York $118,175

Hawaii $116,185 Rhode Island $115,252 Maryland $114,618 Minnesota $113,751 Colorado $113,418 Illinois $113,306 Oregon $112,884 Delaware $112,573

New Hampshire $112,377 Virginia $111,939 Pennsylvania $110,661 Nevada $110,016 North Dakota $109,805 Michigan $109,471 Wisconsin $109,349 Vermont $109,105

Texas $108,426 Maine $108,382 Arizona $108,315 Ohio $108,237 Georgia $107,215 Indiana $106,703 Wyoming $106,603 Utah $106,448

Iowa $106,381 Kansas $105,848 Louisiana $105,692 North Carolina $105,636 Missouri $105,614 Florida $105,181 Montana $104,947 Nebraska $104,725

Kentucky $104,603 South Carolina $104,158 Tennessee $103,880 Idaho $103,769 New Mexico $102,957 Oklahoma $102,779 Alabama $102,124 South Dakota $101,023

Arkansas $100,423 West Virginia $100,100 Mississippi $99,133

Top Paying Cities for Cognos Developers

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: $116,692
Albion: $115,706
Ashaway: $116,471

Adamsville, RI $116,692 Albion, RI $115,706 Ashaway, RI $116,471 Barrington, RI $115,402 Block Island, RI $116,044 Bradford, RI $116,401 Bristol, RI $115,846 Carolina, RI $116,209

Charlestown, RI $116,251 Chepachet, RI $116,020 Clayville, RI $115,696 Coventry, RI $115,702 West Greenwich, RI $116,021 East Greenwich, RI $115,624 Exeter, RI $115,989 Fiskeville, RI $115,400

Forestdale, RI $116,289 Foster, RI $115,959 Glendale, RI $116,298 Greene, RI $116,111 Greenville, RI $115,444 Harmony, RI $115,593 Harrisville, RI $116,248 Hope, RI $115,472

Hope Valley, RI $116,369 Hopkinton, RI $116,522 Jamestown, RI $116,133 Kenyon, RI $116,194 Little Compton, RI $116,675 Manville, RI $115,859 Mapleville, RI $116,042 Newport, RI $116,250

Middletown, RI $116,301 North Kingstown, RI $115,823 North Scituate, RI $115,594 Oakland, RI $116,168 Pascoag, RI $116,324 Pawtucket, RI $115,229 Central Falls, RI $115,281 Cumberland, RI $115,935

Lincoln, RI $115,396 Portsmouth, RI $116,238 Prudence Island, RI $115,999 Rockville, RI $116,505 Saunderstown, RI $116,063 Shannock, RI $116,201 Slatersville, RI $116,290 Slocum, RI $116,060

Tiverton, RI $116,591 Wakefield, RI $116,162 Kingston, RI $116,118 Narragansett, RI $116,194 Peace Dale, RI $116,148 Warren, RI $115,700 Warwick, RI $115,377 Westerly, RI $116,499

West Kingston, RI $116,154 West Warwick, RI $115,519 Wood River Junction, RI $116,320 Woonsocket, RI $116,296 North Smithfield, RI $116,031 Wyoming, RI $116,201 Providence, RI $115,196 Cranston, RI $115,212

North Providence, RI $115,225 East Providence, RI $115,204 Riverside, RI $115,241 Rumford, RI $115,224 Smithfield, RI $115,457 Johnston, RI $115,264

Cognos Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cognos Developer'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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$104,080

Average $115,252/year

$126,265

$8,673

Average $9,604/month

$10,522

$2,002

Average $2,216/week

$2,428

$50

Average $55/hour

$61

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$126,265	$10,522	$2,428	$61
Average	$115,252	$9,604	$2,216	$55
25th Percentile	$104,080	$8,673	$2,002	$50

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