As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Programmer in Charleston, SC is $92,070, equivalent to $44 per hour, $1,771 weekly, or $7,673 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 Charleston, SC vary widely, spanning from $75,077 to $106,237. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($83,175) and 75th percentile ($99,485), while top earners (90th percentile) make $106,237 per year. This $16,310 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, Charleston Entry Level Programmer often earn 1.3% lower than national averages. However, Charleston currently ranks 560 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 $75,077 Charleston, SC May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $83,175 Charleston, SC May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $92,070 Charleston, SC May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $99,485 Charleston, SC May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $106,237 Charleston, SC May 01, 2026
25% $83,175 10% $75,077 90% $106,237 75% $99,485 $92,070 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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