As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior Computer Programmer in Alameda, CA is $135,302, equivalent to $65 per hour, $2,602 weekly, or $11,275 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Senior Computer Programmer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Senior Computer Programmer in Alameda, CA vary widely, spanning from $112,935 to $151,520. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($123,594) and 75th percentile ($143,791), while top earners (90th percentile) make $151,520 per year. This $20,197 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Computer Science, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Alameda Senior Computer Programmer often earn 10.7% higher than national averages. 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
Senior Computer Programmer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $112,935 Alameda, CA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $123,594 Alameda, CA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $135,302 Alameda, CA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $143,791 Alameda, CA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $151,520 Alameda, CA January 01, 2026
25% $123,594 10% $112,935 90% $151,520 75% $143,791 $135,302 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Alameda, California    Alameda (/ˌæləˈmiːdə/ AL-ə-MEE-də; Spanish: [ala'meða]) is a city in Alameda County, California, United States. It is located on Alameda Island and Ba....More

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