As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Programmer in Hilo, HI is $100,156, equivalent to $48 per hour, $1,926 weekly, or $8,346 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Entry Level Programmer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Entry Level Programmer in Hilo, HI vary widely, spanning from $81,669 to $115,563. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($90,479) and 75th percentile ($108,221), while top earners (90th percentile) make $115,563 per year. This $17,742 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, Hilo Entry Level Programmer often earn 1.2% higher than national averages. However, Hilo currently ranks 269 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 $81,669 Hilo, HI April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $90,479 Hilo, HI April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $100,156 Hilo, HI April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $108,221 Hilo, HI April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $115,563 Hilo, HI April 01, 2026
25% $90,479 10% $81,669 90% $115,563 75% $108,221 $100,156 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Hilo, Hawaii    Hilo (/ˈhiːloʊ/; Hawaiian pronunciation: [ˈhilo]) is the largest town and census-designated place (CDP) in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States, which....More

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