As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Programmer in Union, NJ is $109,245, equivalent to $53 per hour, $2,101 weekly, or $9,104 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 Union, NJ vary widely, spanning from $89,082 to $126,054. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($98,691) and 75th percentile ($118,043), while top earners (90th percentile) make $126,054 per year. This $19,352 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, Union Entry Level Programmer often earn 4.0% higher than national averages. However, Union currently ranks 39 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 $89,082 Union, NJ May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $98,691 Union, NJ May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $109,245 Union, NJ May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $118,043 Union, NJ May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Programmer Salary $126,054 Union, NJ May 01, 2026
25% $98,691 10% $89,082 90% $126,054 75% $118,043 $109,245 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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