As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Programmer in Detroit, MI is $96,966, equivalent to $47 per hour, $1,865 weekly, or $8,081 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 Detroit, MI vary widely, spanning from $79,070 to $111,886. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($87,598) and 75th percentile ($104,776), while top earners (90th percentile) make $111,886 per year. This $17,178 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, Detroit Entry Level Programmer often earn 1.6% higher than national averages. However, Detroit currently ranks 342 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 $79,070 Detroit, MI May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $87,598 Detroit, MI May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $96,966 Detroit, MI May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $104,776 Detroit, MI May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $111,886 Detroit, MI May 01, 2026
25% $87,598 10% $79,070 90% $111,886 75% $104,776 $96,966 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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