As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Programmer in Jackson, MS is $86,204, equivalent to $41 per hour, $1,658 weekly, or $7,184 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 Jackson, MS vary widely, spanning from $70,294 to $99,468. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($77,876) and 75th percentile ($93,147), while top earners (90th percentile) make $99,468 per year. This $15,271 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, Jackson Entry Level Programmer often earn 0.3% lower than national averages. However, Jackson currently ranks 766 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 $70,294 Jackson, MS May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $77,876 Jackson, MS May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $86,204 Jackson, MS May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $93,147 Jackson, MS May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $99,468 Jackson, MS May 01, 2026
25% $77,876 10% $70,294 90% $99,468 75% $93,147 $86,204 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Jackson, Mississippi    Jackson is located primarily in northeastern Hinds County, with small portions in Madison and Rankin counties. The Pearl River forms most of the easte....More

Jackson, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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