As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Programmer in Alpena, SD is $89,484, equivalent to $43 per hour, $1,721 weekly, or $7,457 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Entry Level Programmer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Entry Level Programmer in Alpena, SD vary widely, spanning from $72,969 to $103,253. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($80,839) and 75th percentile ($96,691), while top earners (90th percentile) make $103,253 per year. This $15,852 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, Alpena Entry Level Programmer often earn 1.6% lower than national averages. 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 Programmer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $72,969 Alpena, SD May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $80,839 Alpena, SD May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $89,484 Alpena, SD May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $96,691 Alpena, SD May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $103,253 Alpena, SD May 01, 2026
25% $80,839 10% $72,969 90% $103,253 75% $96,691 $89,484 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Alpena, South Dakota    Alpena (pronounced al-PEE'-nuh) is a town in Jerauld County, South Dakota, United States. The population was 286 at the 2010 census. Alpena is located....More

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