As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Programmer in Appleton, WI is $93,814, equivalent to $45 per hour, $1,804 weekly, or $7,818 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Entry Level Programmer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Entry Level Programmer in Appleton, WI vary widely, spanning from $76,498 to $108,246. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($84,750) and 75th percentile ($101,368), while top earners (90th percentile) make $108,246 per year. This $16,618 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, Appleton Entry Level Programmer often earn 1.6% lower than national averages. However, Appleton currently ranks 489 statewide for Entry Level 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
Entry Level Programmer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $76,498 Appleton, WI April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $84,750 Appleton, WI April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $93,814 Appleton, WI April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $101,368 Appleton, WI April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $108,246 Appleton, WI April 01, 2026
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About Appleton, Wisconsin    Appleton is a city in Outagamie (mostly), Calumet, and Winnebago counties in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. One of the Fox Cities, it is situated on the....More

Appleton, Wisconsin  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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