As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Programmer in Los Angeles, CA is $107,084, equivalent to $51 per hour, $2,059 weekly, or $8,924 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 Los Angeles, CA vary widely, spanning from $87,298 to $123,536. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($96,727) and 75th percentile ($115,696), while top earners (90th percentile) make $123,536 per year. This $18,969 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, Los Angeles Entry Level Programmer often earn 0.2% higher than national averages. However, Los Angeles currently ranks 69 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 $87,298 Los Angeles, CA September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $96,727 Los Angeles, CA September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $107,084 Los Angeles, CA September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $115,696 Los Angeles, CA September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $123,536 Los Angeles, CA September 01, 2026
25% $96,727 10% $87,298 90% $123,536 75% $115,696 $107,084 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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