As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior Computer Programmer in Phoenix, AZ is $109,366, equivalent to $53 per hour, $2,103 weekly, or $9,114 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 Phoenix, AZ vary widely, spanning from $91,297 to $122,423. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($99,908) and 75th percentile ($116,201), while top earners (90th percentile) make $122,423 per year. This $16,293 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, Phoenix Senior Computer Programmer often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Phoenix currently ranks 391 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 $91,297 Phoenix, AZ November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $99,908 Phoenix, AZ November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $109,366 Phoenix, AZ November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $116,201 Phoenix, AZ November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $122,423 Phoenix, AZ November 01, 2026
25% $99,908 10% $91,297 90% $122,423 75% $116,201 $109,366 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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