As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Programmer in Cincinnati, OH is $94,212, equivalent to $45 per hour, $1,812 weekly, or $7,851 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 Cincinnati, OH vary widely, spanning from $76,824 to $108,709. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($85,111) and 75th percentile ($101,801), while top earners (90th percentile) make $108,709 per year. This $16,690 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, Cincinnati Entry Level Programmer often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Cincinnati currently ranks 461 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 $76,824 Cincinnati, OH May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $85,111 Cincinnati, OH May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $94,212 Cincinnati, OH May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $101,801 Cincinnati, OH May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $108,709 Cincinnati, OH May 01, 2026
25% $85,111 10% $76,824 90% $108,709 75% $101,801 $94,212 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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