As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Data Programmer in Columbia, MD is $60,745, equivalent to $29 per hour, $1,168 weekly, or $5,062 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Data Programmer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Data Programmer in Columbia, MD vary widely, spanning from $53,383 to $69,792. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($56,892) and 75th percentile ($65,480), while top earners (90th percentile) make $69,792 per year. This $8,588 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, Columbia Data Programmer often earn 0.2% higher than national averages. However, Columbia currently ranks 282 statewide for Data Programmer job salary. 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 $53,383 Columbia, MD January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $56,892 Columbia, MD January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $60,745 Columbia, MD January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $65,480 Columbia, MD January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $69,792 Columbia, MD January 01, 2026
25% $56,892 10% $53,383 90% $69,792 75% $65,480 $60,745 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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