As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Junior PHP Developer in Columbia, SC is $64,012, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,231 weekly, or $5,334 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Junior PHP Developer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Junior PHP Developer in Columbia, SC vary widely, spanning from $54,639 to $73,172. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($59,106) and 75th percentile ($68,807), while top earners (90th percentile) make $73,172 per year. This $9,701 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Web Applications, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Columbia Junior PHP Developer often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Columbia currently ranks 669 statewide for Junior PHP Developer 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
Junior PHP Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Junior PHP Developer Salary $54,639 Columbia, SC January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Junior PHP Developer Salary $59,106 Columbia, SC January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Junior PHP Developer Salary $64,012 Columbia, SC January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Junior PHP Developer Salary $68,807 Columbia, SC January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Junior PHP Developer Salary $73,172 Columbia, SC January 01, 2026
25% $59,106 10% $54,639 90% $73,172 75% $68,807 $64,012 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Junior PHP Developer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
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