As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Programmer in Charlotte, NC is $93,708, equivalent to $45 per hour, $1,802 weekly, or $7,809 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 Charlotte, NC vary widely, spanning from $76,413 to $108,127. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($84,655) and 75th percentile ($101,256), while top earners (90th percentile) make $108,127 per year. This $16,601 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, Charlotte Entry Level Programmer often earn 1.7% lower than national averages. However, Charlotte currently ranks 482 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 $76,413 Charlotte, NC May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $84,655 Charlotte, NC May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $93,708 Charlotte, NC May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $101,256 Charlotte, NC May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $108,127 Charlotte, NC May 01, 2026
25% $84,655 10% $76,413 90% $108,127 75% $101,256 $93,708 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Charlotte, North Carolina    Charlotte (/ˈʃɑːrlət/) is the most populous city in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Located in the Piedmont, it is the county seat of Mecklenburg Co....More

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