What are the main factors that influence an Av Programmer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Av Programmer?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Av Programmer roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change An Av Programmer's salary?

An Av Programmer's salary grows with experience: an Audio Visual Technician I (0-1 years)earns $51,197, an Av Programmer (1-3 years)earns $59,718, an Audio Visual Technician III (3-5 years)earns $72,676, an Audio Visual Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $89,773, an Audio Visual Supervisor (7+ years)earns $85,752,

What are the highest paying states for an Av Programmer?

Av Programmer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Av Programmer roles are District of Columbia $65,868, California $65,618, Massachusetts $64,744. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Av Programmer roles make?

Salaries for Av Programmer level roles vary by specialization: AV Engineer: $131,456; Av Manager: $86,787; Av Consultant: $81,124; Av Specialist: $72,371; AV Technician II: $58,990.

Av Programmer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Av Programmer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Av Programmer in Delaware is $60,246 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, an Av Programmer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,979
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,602 to $67,435
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,552

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Av Programmer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,435	$5,620	$1,297	$32
Average	$60,246	$5,021	$1,159	$29
25th Percentile	$53,602	$4,467	$1,031	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Av Programmer Salaries

An Av Programmer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Av Programmer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Av Programmer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $51,197
Early Career (1-2 years): $59,718
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $72,676
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $89,773
Expert (over 8 years): $85,752

Levels	Salary
Audio Vis... Level Av Programmer	$51,197
Av Progra... Level Av Programmer	$59,718
Audio Vis... Level Av Programmer	$72,676
Audio Vis... Level Av Programmer	$89,773
Audio Vis... Level Av Programmer	$85,752

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How Do Av Programmer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Av Programmers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $65,868.
California: $65,618.
Massachusetts: $64,744.

District of Columbia $65,868 California $65,618 Massachusetts $64,744 Washington $64,506 New Jersey $64,482 Alaska $64,399 Connecticut $63,578 New York $63,245

Hawaii $62,180 Rhode Island $61,680 Maryland $61,341 Minnesota $60,877 Colorado $60,698 Illinois $60,639 Oregon $60,413 Delaware $60,246

New Hampshire $60,142 Virginia $59,907 Pennsylvania $59,223 Nevada $58,878 North Dakota $58,765 Michigan $58,587 Wisconsin $58,521 Vermont $58,390

Texas $58,027 Maine $58,004 Arizona $57,968 Ohio $57,926 Georgia $57,379 Indiana $57,105 Wyoming $57,052 Utah $56,968

Iowa $56,933 Kansas $56,647 Louisiana $56,564 North Carolina $56,534 Missouri $56,522 Florida $56,290 Montana $56,165 Nebraska $56,046

Kentucky $55,981 South Carolina $55,743 Tennessee $55,594 Idaho $55,535 New Mexico $55,100 Oklahoma $55,005 Alabama $54,654 South Dakota $54,065

Arkansas $53,744 West Virginia $53,571 Mississippi $53,054

Top Paying Cities for Av Programmers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $59,975
Little Creek: $60,414
Magnolia: $60,327

Lincoln, DE $59,975 Little Creek, DE $60,414 Magnolia, DE $60,327 Milford, DE $60,127 Marydel, DE $60,226 Millsboro, DE $59,723 Millville, DE $59,816 Milton, DE $59,919

Nassau, DE $59,963 Ocean View, DE $59,806 Rehoboth Beach, DE $59,920 Seaford, DE $59,954 Selbyville, DE $59,706 Smyrna, DE $60,456 Viola, DE $60,177 Woodside, DE $60,339

Bear, DE $60,200 Newark, DE $60,177 Claymont, DE $60,300 Delaware City, DE $60,237 Hockessin, DE $60,172 Kirkwood, DE $60,226 Middletown, DE $60,249 Montchanin, DE $60,186

New Castle, DE $60,195 Odessa, DE $60,279 Port Penn, DE $60,320 Rockland, DE $60,192 Saint Georges, DE $60,230 Townsend, DE $60,323 Winterthur, DE $60,199 Lewes, DE $59,942

Wilmington, DE $60,175 Dover, DE $60,414 Dover Afb, DE $60,096 Bethany Beach, DE $59,742 Bethel, DE $59,804 Bridgeville, DE $59,945 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,244 Cheswold, DE $60,394

Clayton, DE $60,396 Dagsboro, DE $59,701 Delmar, DE $59,605 Ellendale, DE $59,786 Felton, DE $60,123 Fenwick Island, DE $59,714 Frankford, DE $59,610 Frederica, DE $60,182

Georgetown, DE $59,678 Greenwood, DE $59,955 Harbeson, DE $59,742 Harrington, DE $60,046 Hartly, DE $60,233 Houston, DE $59,961 Kenton, DE $60,399 Laurel, DE $59,643

Yorklyn, DE $60,190

Av Programmer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Av Programmer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 85% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Av Programmer positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Av Programmer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Av Programmer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$78,320	$38.0	30%
Energy & Utilities	$75,308	$36.0	25%
Pharmaceuticals	$73,501	$35.0	22%
Biotechnology	$72,296	$35.0	20%
Financial Services	$71,091	$34.0	18%

Av Programmer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Av Programmer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$53,602

Average $60,246/year

$67,435

$4,467

Average $5,021/month

$5,620

$1,031

Average $1,159/week

$1,297

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Average $29/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,435	$5,620	$1,297	$32
Average	$60,246	$5,021	$1,159	$29
25th Percentile	$53,602	$4,467	$1,031	$26

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