As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior Computer Programmer in Lowell, MA is $118,710, equivalent to $57 per hour, $2,283 weekly, or $9,893 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Senior Computer Programmer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Senior Computer Programmer in Lowell, MA vary widely, spanning from $99,097 to $132,882. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($108,444) and 75th percentile ($126,128), while top earners (90th percentile) make $132,882 per year. This $17,684 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, Lowell Senior Computer Programmer often earn 1.5% higher than national averages. However, Lowell currently ranks 145 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 $99,097 Lowell, MA November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $108,444 Lowell, MA November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $118,710 Lowell, MA November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $126,128 Lowell, MA November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $132,882 Lowell, MA November 01, 2026
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About Lowell, Massachusetts    Lowell is a city in the U.S. Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Located in Middlesex County, Lowell (along with Cambridge) was a county seat until Massach....More

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