As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior Computer Programmer in Appleton, WI is $107,193, equivalent to $52 per hour, $2,061 weekly, or $8,933 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 Appleton, WI vary widely, spanning from $89,473 to $120,042. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($97,918) and 75th percentile ($113,919), while top earners (90th percentile) make $120,042 per year. This $16,001 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, Appleton Senior Computer Programmer often earn 1.6% lower than national averages. However, Appleton currently ranks 489 statewide for Senior Computer 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
Senior Computer Programmer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $89,473 Appleton, WI January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $97,918 Appleton, WI January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $107,193 Appleton, WI January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $113,919 Appleton, WI January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $120,042 Appleton, WI January 01, 2026
25% $97,918 10% $89,473 90% $120,042 75% $113,919 $107,193 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Appleton, Wisconsin    Appleton is a city in Outagamie (mostly), Calumet, and Winnebago counties in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. One of the Fox Cities, it is situated on the....More

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