As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Programmer in Lexington, KY is $89,752, equivalent to $43 per hour, $1,726 weekly, or $7,479 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 Lexington, KY vary widely, spanning from $73,188 to $103,563. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($81,082) and 75th percentile ($96,981), while top earners (90th percentile) make $103,563 per year. This $15,899 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, Lexington Entry Level Programmer often earn 1.6% lower than national averages. However, Lexington currently ranks 664 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 $73,188 Lexington, KY May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $81,082 Lexington, KY May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $89,752 Lexington, KY May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $96,981 Lexington, KY May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $103,563 Lexington, KY May 01, 2026
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