As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Data Programmer in San Francisco, CA is $73,698, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,417 weekly, or $6,142 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 Francisco, CA vary widely, spanning from $64,766 to $84,673. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($69,023) and 75th percentile ($79,443), while top earners (90th percentile) make $84,673 per year. This $10,420 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 Francisco Data Programmer often earn 13.2% higher than national averages. However, San Francisco currently ranks 5 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 $64,766 San Francisco, CA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $69,023 San Francisco, CA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $73,698 San Francisco, CA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $79,443 San Francisco, CA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Data Programmer Salary $84,673 San Francisco, CA January 01, 2026
25% $69,023 10% $64,766 90% $84,673 75% $79,443 $73,698 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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