As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Data Programmer in the US is $59,003, equivalent to $28 per hour, $1,135 weekly, or $4,917 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Data Programmer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Data Programmer in the US vary widely, spanning from $51,683 to $67,779. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($55,171) and 75th percentile ($63,597), while top earners (90th percentile) make $67,779 per year. This $8,426 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like or , or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Data Programmer often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 87 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Data Programmer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $51,683 US September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $55,171 US September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $59,003 US September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $63,597 US September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $67,779 US September 01, 2026
25% $55,171 10% $51,683 90% $67,779 75% $63,597 $59,003 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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