As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Application Developer in Columbia, SC is $69,245, equivalent to $33 per hour, $1,332 weekly, or $5,770 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Entry Level Application Developer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Entry Level Application Developer in Columbia, SC vary widely, spanning from $61,946 to $79,680. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($65,425) and 75th percentile ($74,707), while top earners (90th percentile) make $79,680 per year. This $9,282 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Application Development, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Columbia Entry Level Application Developer often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Columbia currently ranks 669 statewide for Entry Level Application Developer 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
Entry Level Application Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Entry Level Application Developer Salary $61,946 Columbia, SC January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Application Developer Salary $65,425 Columbia, SC January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Application Developer Salary $69,245 Columbia, SC January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Application Developer Salary $74,707 Columbia, SC January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Application Developer Salary $79,680 Columbia, SC January 01, 2026
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  1. This Job:

    Entry Level Application Developer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Applications Programmer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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