As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Data Programmer in San Diego, CA is $63,872, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,228 weekly, or $5,323 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 San Diego, CA vary widely, spanning from $56,132 to $73,385. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($59,821) and 75th percentile ($68,852), while top earners (90th percentile) make $73,385 per year. This $9,031 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, San Diego Data Programmer often earn 1.9% higher than national averages. However, San Diego currently ranks 135 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 $56,132 San Diego, CA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $59,821 San Diego, CA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $63,872 San Diego, CA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $68,852 San Diego, CA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $73,385 San Diego, CA January 01, 2026
25% $59,821 10% $56,132 90% $73,385 75% $68,852 $63,872 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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