As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior Computer Programmer in Madison, WI is $109,154, equivalent to $52 per hour, $2,099 weekly, or $9,096 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 Madison, WI vary widely, spanning from $91,110 to $122,238. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($99,709) and 75th percentile ($116,003), while top earners (90th percentile) make $122,238 per year. This $16,294 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, Madison Senior Computer Programmer often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Madison currently ranks 409 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 $91,110 Madison, WI January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $99,709 Madison, WI January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $109,154 Madison, WI January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $116,003 Madison, WI January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $122,238 Madison, WI January 01, 2026
25% $99,709 10% $91,110 90% $122,238 75% $116,003 $109,154 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Madison, Wisconsin    Madison is located in the center of Dane County in south-central Wisconsin, 77 miles (124 km) west of Milwaukee and 122 miles (196 km) northwest of Ch....More

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