As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Programmer in Portland, OR is $101,600, equivalent to $49 per hour, $1,954 weekly, or $8,467 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 Portland, OR vary widely, spanning from $82,847 to $117,230. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($91,784) and 75th percentile ($109,782), while top earners (90th percentile) make $117,230 per year. This $17,998 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, Portland Entry Level Programmer often earn 3.2% higher than national averages. However, Portland currently ranks 223 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 $82,847 Portland, OR April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $91,784 Portland, OR April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $101,600 Portland, OR April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $109,782 Portland, OR April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $117,230 Portland, OR April 01, 2026
25% $91,784 10% $82,847 90% $117,230 75% $109,782 $101,600 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Portland, Oregon    Portland is the largest and most populous city in the U.S. state of Oregon and the seat of Multnomah County. It is a major port in the Willamette Vall....More

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