As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Programmer in Tucson, AZ is $91,981, equivalent to $44 per hour, $1,769 weekly, or $7,665 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 Tucson, AZ vary widely, spanning from $75,003 to $106,132. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($83,094) and 75th percentile ($99,388), while top earners (90th percentile) make $106,132 per year. This $16,294 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, Tucson Entry Level Programmer often earn 2.6% lower than national averages. However, Tucson currently ranks 566 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 $75,003 Tucson, AZ April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $83,094 Tucson, AZ April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $91,981 Tucson, AZ April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $99,388 Tucson, AZ April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $106,132 Tucson, AZ April 01, 2026
25% $83,094 10% $75,003 90% $106,132 75% $99,388 $91,981 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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