As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Programmer in Denver, CO is $98,847, equivalent to $48 per hour, $1,901 weekly, or $8,237 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 Denver, CO vary widely, spanning from $80,604 to $114,057. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($89,298) and 75th percentile ($106,808), while top earners (90th percentile) make $114,057 per year. This $17,510 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, Denver Entry Level Programmer often earn 0.1% higher than national averages. However, Denver currently ranks 279 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 $80,604 Denver, CO May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $89,298 Denver, CO May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $98,847 Denver, CO May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $106,808 Denver, CO May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $114,057 Denver, CO May 01, 2026
25% $89,298 10% $80,604 90% $114,057 75% $106,808 $98,847 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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