As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Programmer in Richmond, VA is $94,367, equivalent to $45 per hour, $1,815 weekly, or $7,864 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 Richmond, VA vary widely, spanning from $76,948 to $108,884. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($85,249) and 75th percentile ($101,966), while top earners (90th percentile) make $108,884 per year. This $16,717 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, Richmond Entry Level Programmer often earn 3.4% lower than national averages. 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 $76,948 Richmond, VA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $85,249 Richmond, VA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $94,367 Richmond, VA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $101,966 Richmond, VA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $108,884 Richmond, VA April 01, 2026
25% $85,249 10% $76,948 90% $108,884 75% $101,966 $94,367 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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