How Much Does a C Programmer Make in Hattiesburg, MS ? (2026 Salary Guide)

C Programmer Salary in Hattiesburg, MS

As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for C Programmer in Hattiesburg, MS is $78,462, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,509 weekly, or $6,539 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for C Programmer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for C Programmer in Hattiesburg, MS vary widely, spanning from $63,980 to $90,533. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($70,881) and 75th percentile ($84,780), while top earners (90th percentile) make $90,533 per year. This $13,899 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Team Development or Agile, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Hattiesburg C Programmer often earn 2.0% lower than national averages. However, Hattiesburg currently ranks 787 statewide for C Programmer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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10th Percentile C Programmer Salary $63,980 Hattiesburg, MS April 01, 2026
25th Percentile C Programmer Salary $70,881 Hattiesburg, MS April 01, 2026
50th Percentile C Programmer Salary $78,462 Hattiesburg, MS April 01, 2026
75th Percentile C Programmer Salary $84,780 Hattiesburg, MS April 01, 2026
90th Percentile C Programmer Salary $90,533 Hattiesburg, MS April 01, 2026
25% $70,881 10% $63,980 90% $90,533 75% $84,780 $78,462 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a C Programmer ?

A programmer, developer ("dev"), coder, or software engineer is a person who creates computer software. The term computer programmer can refer to a specialist in one area of computers, or to a generalist who writes code for many kinds of software. One who practices, or professes, a formal approach to programming may also be known as a programmer analyst. On the other hand, "code monkey" is a derogatory term for a programmer who simply writes code without any involvement in the design or specifications. A programmer's primary computer language (Assembly, COBOL, C, C++, C#, Java, Lisp, Python, ...

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    C Programmer

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Hattiesburg, Mississippi    Hattiesburg is a city in the U.S. state of Mississippi, primarily in Forrest County (where it is the county seat) and extending west into Lamar County....More

Hattiesburg, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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