As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for R Programmer in Los Angeles, CA is $97,986, equivalent to $47 per hour, $1,884 weekly, or $8,166 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for R Programmer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for R Programmer in Los Angeles, CA vary widely, spanning from $79,899 to $113,059. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($88,518) and 75th percentile ($105,876), while top earners (90th percentile) make $113,059 per year. This $17,358 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, Los Angeles R Programmer often earn 0.4% higher than national averages. However, Los Angeles currently ranks 76 statewide for R 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
R Programmer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile R Programmer Salary $79,899 Los Angeles, CA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile R Programmer Salary $88,518 Los Angeles, CA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile R Programmer Salary $97,986 Los Angeles, CA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile R Programmer Salary $105,876 Los Angeles, CA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile R Programmer Salary $113,059 Los Angeles, CA April 01, 2026
25% $88,518 10% $79,899 90% $113,059 75% $105,876 $97,986 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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