As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Programmer in Lubbock, TX is $86,553, equivalent to $42 per hour, $1,664 weekly, or $7,213 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 Lubbock, TX vary widely, spanning from $70,579 to $99,871. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($78,191) and 75th percentile ($93,524), while top earners (90th percentile) make $99,871 per year. This $15,333 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, Lubbock Entry Level Programmer often earn 8.5% lower than national averages. However, Lubbock currently ranks 759 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 $70,579 Lubbock, TX May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $78,191 Lubbock, TX May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $86,553 Lubbock, TX May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $93,524 Lubbock, TX May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $99,871 Lubbock, TX May 01, 2026
25% $78,191 10% $70,579 90% $99,871 75% $93,524 $86,553 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Lubbock, Texas    Lubbock (/ˈlʌbək/ LUB-ək) is the 11th-most populous city in the U.S. state of Texas and the county seat of Lubbock County. With a population of 256,04....More

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