Survey Programmer Salary in the United States

How much does a Survey Programmer make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Survey Programmer in the United States is $60,023 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $74,793
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,003 to $67,754
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,523
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Survey Programmer Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $67,754 $5,646 $1,303 $33
Average $60,023 $5,002 $1,154 $29
25th Percentile $54,003 $4,500 $1,039 $26
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Key Factors That Influence Survey Programmer Salaries

A Survey 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Survey Programmer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Survey 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): $53,312
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $60,441
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $73,343
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $79,522
  • Expert (over 8 years): $113,011
Levels Salary
Contact C... Level Survey Programmer$53,312
Survey Pr... Level Survey Programmer$60,441
Contact C... Level Survey Programmer$73,343
Contact C... Level Survey Programmer$79,522
Contact C... Level Survey Programmer$113,011
$53,312 0 yr
$60,441 < 2 yrs
$73,343 2-4 yrs
$79,522 5-8 yrs
$113,011 > 8 yrs
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How Do Survey 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 Survey Programmers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $66,457.
  • California: $66,205.
  • Massachusetts: $65,323.

Top Paying Cities for Survey 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:

  • San Jose: $75,707
  • San Francisco: $74,962
  • Oakland: $73,300

What Skills Can Increase a Survey Programmer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 14.86% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Billing (Mentioned in 1.8% Job Postings): Billing refers to the aspect of banking, whereby someone is charged accurately for what item they purchased.
  • Appointment Scheduling (Mentioned in 1.38% Job Postings): Appointment scheduling software or meeting scheduling tools allows businesses and professionals to manage appointments and bookings.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 14.86%
Billing 1.8%
Appointment Scheduling 1.38%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Survey Programmer's salary.
  • Financial Services: Can increase your salary by up to 38%.
  • Coordination: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Service Excellence: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Financial Services
$82,831
38%
Coordination
$67,225
12%
Service Excellence
$66,025
10%
Leadership
$65,425
9%
Analysis
$65,425
9%
Critical Thinking
$64,224
7%
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How Education impacts a Survey Programmer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Survey Programmers enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Survey Programmer with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $60,947 and $66,151).

Survey Programmer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Survey Programmer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 25.0%
High School 25.0%
Associates 50.0%
Bachelors 12.5%
Masters 12.5%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Survey Programmer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Survey 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 April 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Survey Programmer

Salaries for a Survey Programmer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $62,864 in 2023 to around $62,302 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Survey Programmer salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Survey Programmer Over Time

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2024
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2024 $62,566
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