As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior Computer Programmer in Rochester, MN is $111,025, equivalent to $53 per hour, $2,135 weekly, or $9,252 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 Rochester, MN vary widely, spanning from $92,683 to $124,298. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($101,424) and 75th percentile ($117,972), while top earners (90th percentile) make $124,298 per year. This $16,548 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, Rochester Senior Computer Programmer often earn 2.0% higher than national averages. However, Rochester currently ranks 334 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 $92,683 Rochester, MN July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $101,424 Rochester, MN July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $111,025 Rochester, MN July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $117,972 Rochester, MN July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $124,298 Rochester, MN July 01, 2026
25% $101,424 10% $92,683 90% $124,298 75% $117,972 $111,025 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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