What are the main factors that influence an Entry Level Computer 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 Entry Level Computer Programmer's salary?

An Entry Level Computer Programmer's salary grows with experience: starting around $83,231 for beginners, reaching about $86,475 at mid-level, and approach $89,575 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Entry Level Computer Programmer?

Entry Level Computer Programmer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Entry Level Computer Programmer roles are District of Columbia $93,302, California $92,948, Massachusetts $91,709. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Entry Level Computer Programmer roles make?

Salaries for Entry Level Computer Programmer level roles vary by specialization: Senior Computer Programmer: $110,764; Entry Level Computer Engineer: $109,026; Entry Level Programmer: $96,956; Entry Operating Systems Programmer: $79,500; Entry Level Programmer Analyst: $72,840.

Entry Level Computer Programmer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Entry Level Computer Programmer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Entry Level Computer Programmer in Delaware is $85,338 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,973
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,414 to $91,952
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,288

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Entry Level Computer Programmer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,952	$7,663	$1,768	$44
Average	$85,338	$7,112	$1,641	$41
25th Percentile	$76,414	$6,368	$1,469	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Entry Level Computer Programmer Salaries

An Entry Level Computer 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 Entry Level Computer Programmer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Entry Level Computer 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): $83,231
Early Career (1-2 years): $83,479
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $86,475
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $89,368
Expert (over 8 years): $89,575

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Entry Level Computer Programmer	$83,231
Intermediate Level Entry Level Computer Programmer	$83,479
Senior Level Entry Level Computer Programmer	$86,475
Specialist Level Entry Level Computer Programmer	$89,368
Expert Level Entry Level Computer Programmer	$89,575

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

District of Columbia: $93,302.
California: $92,948.
Massachusetts: $91,709.

District of Columbia $93,302 California $92,948 Massachusetts $91,709 Washington $91,372 New Jersey $91,338 Alaska $91,220 Connecticut $90,057 New York $89,585

Hawaii $88,077 Rhode Island $87,369 Maryland $86,889 Minnesota $86,231 Colorado $85,979 Illinois $85,894 Oregon $85,574 Delaware $85,338

New Hampshire $85,190 Virginia $84,858 Pennsylvania $83,889 Nevada $83,400 North Dakota $83,240 Michigan $82,987 Wisconsin $82,894 Vermont $82,709

Texas $82,195 Maine $82,161 Arizona $82,111 Ohio $82,052 Georgia $81,276 Indiana $80,889 Wyoming $80,813 Utah $80,695

Iowa $80,644 Kansas $80,240 Louisiana $80,122 North Carolina $80,080 Missouri $80,063 Florida $79,734 Montana $79,557 Nebraska $79,389

Kentucky $79,296 South Carolina $78,959 Tennessee $78,748 Idaho $78,664 New Mexico $78,049 Oklahoma $77,914 Alabama $77,417 South Dakota $76,583

Arkansas $76,128 West Virginia $75,883 Mississippi $75,150

Top Paying Cities for Entry Level Computer 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:

Lincoln: $84,954
Little Creek: $85,576
Magnolia: $85,453

Lincoln, DE $84,954 Little Creek, DE $85,576 Magnolia, DE $85,453 Milford, DE $85,170 Marydel, DE $85,310 Millsboro, DE $84,597 Millville, DE $84,728 Milton, DE $84,875

Nassau, DE $84,936 Ocean View, DE $84,714 Rehoboth Beach, DE $84,876 Seaford, DE $84,924 Selbyville, DE $84,573 Smyrna, DE $85,635 Viola, DE $85,240 Woodside, DE $85,470

Bear, DE $85,272 Newark, DE $85,240 Claymont, DE $85,415 Delaware City, DE $85,326 Hockessin, DE $85,233 Kirkwood, DE $85,310 Middletown, DE $85,342 Montchanin, DE $85,252

New Castle, DE $85,265 Odessa, DE $85,385 Port Penn, DE $85,442 Rockland, DE $85,261 Saint Georges, DE $85,315 Townsend, DE $85,447 Winterthur, DE $85,271 Lewes, DE $84,908

Wilmington, DE $85,237 Dover, DE $85,576 Dover Afb, DE $85,125 Bethany Beach, DE $84,624 Bethel, DE $84,712 Bridgeville, DE $84,912 Camden Wyoming, DE $85,335 Cheswold, DE $85,548

Clayton, DE $85,551 Dagsboro, DE $84,565 Delmar, DE $84,430 Ellendale, DE $84,686 Felton, DE $85,163 Fenwick Island, DE $84,584 Frankford, DE $84,437 Frederica, DE $85,247

Georgetown, DE $84,533 Greenwood, DE $84,925 Harbeson, DE $84,624 Harrington, DE $85,055 Hartly, DE $85,320 Houston, DE $84,934 Kenton, DE $85,555 Laurel, DE $84,483

Yorklyn, DE $85,258

Entry Level Computer Programmer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Entry Level Computer 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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$76,414

Average $85,338/year

$91,952

$6,368

Average $7,112/month

$7,663

$1,469

Average $1,641/week

$1,768

$37

Average $41/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,952	$7,663	$1,768	$44
Average	$85,338	$7,112	$1,641	$41
25th Percentile	$76,414	$6,368	$1,469	$37

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