As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior Computer Programmer in Silver Spring, MD is $122,671, equivalent to $59 per hour, $2,359 weekly, or $10,223 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 Silver Spring, MD vary widely, spanning from $102,392 to $137,375. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($112,056) and 75th percentile ($130,368), while top earners (90th percentile) make $137,375 per year. This $18,312 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, Silver Spring Senior Computer Programmer often earn 7.4% higher than national averages. However, Silver Spring currently ranks 85 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 $102,392 Silver Spring, MD January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $112,056 Silver Spring, MD January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $122,671 Silver Spring, MD January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $130,368 Silver Spring, MD January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior Computer Programmer Salary $137,375 Silver Spring, MD January 01, 2026
25% $112,056 10% $102,392 90% $137,375 75% $130,368 $122,671 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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