As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Data Programmer in Columbia, SC is $54,499, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,048 weekly, or $4,542 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, SC vary widely, spanning from $47,634 to $62,640. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($50,906) and 75th percentile ($58,760), while top earners (90th percentile) make $62,640 per year. This $7,854 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 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Columbia currently ranks 669 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 $47,634 Columbia, SC April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $50,906 Columbia, SC April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $54,499 Columbia, SC April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $58,760 Columbia, SC April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $62,640 Columbia, SC April 01, 2026
25% $50,906 10% $47,634 90% $62,640 75% $58,760 $54,499 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Columbia, South Carolina    One of Columbia's more prominent geographical features is its fall line, the boundary between the upland Piedmont region and the Atlantic Coastal Plai....More

Columbia, South Carolina  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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