As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Programmer in Saint Cloud, MN is $95,651, equivalent to $46 per hour, $1,839 weekly, or $7,971 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 Saint Cloud, MN vary widely, spanning from $77,998 to $110,369. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($86,411) and 75th percentile ($103,355), while top earners (90th percentile) make $110,369 per year. This $16,944 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, Saint Cloud Entry Level Programmer often earn 3.6% lower than national averages. However, Saint Cloud currently ranks 402 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 $77,998 Saint Cloud, MN May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $86,411 Saint Cloud, MN May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $95,651 Saint Cloud, MN May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $103,355 Saint Cloud, MN May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $110,369 Saint Cloud, MN May 01, 2026
25% $86,411 10% $77,998 90% $110,369 75% $103,355 $95,651 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Saint Cloud, Minnesota    St. Cloud is a city in the U.S. state of Minnesota and the largest population center in the state's central region. Its population is 67,984 according....More

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