What are the main factors that influence a COBOL Programmer's salary?

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

How does experience change A COBOL Programmer's salary?

A COBOL Programmer's salary grows with experience: a Voice Communications Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $70,834, a COBOL Programmer (2-4 years)earns $82,016, a Voice Communications Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $106,908, a Voice Communications Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $128,757, an Audio Visual Supervisor (7+ years)earns $85,914,

What are the highest paying states for a COBOL Programmer?

COBOL Programmer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for COBOL Programmer roles are District of Columbia $90,279, California $89,937, Massachusetts $88,738. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of COBOL Programmer roles make?

Salaries for COBOL Programmer level roles vary by specialization: Android Programmer: $106,154; Mainframe Cobol Programmer: $95,856; Senior Cobol Programmer: $94,250; Cobol Developer: $90,801; CAD Programmer: $86,364.

COBOL Programmer Salary in Delaware

How much does a COBOL Programmer make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a COBOL Programmer in Delaware is $82,574 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,064
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,983 to $90,159
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,161

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COBOL Programmer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,159	$7,513	$1,734	$43
Average	$82,574	$6,881	$1,588	$40
25th Percentile	$73,983	$6,165	$1,423	$36

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Key Factors That Influence COBOL Programmer Salaries

A COBOL 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 COBOL Programmer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a COBOL 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): $70,834
Early Career (1-2 years): $82,016
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $106,908
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $128,757
Expert (over 8 years): $85,914

Levels	Salary
Voice Com... Level COBOL Programmer	$70,834
COBOL Pro... Level COBOL Programmer	$82,016
Voice Com... Level COBOL Programmer	$106,908
Voice Com... Level COBOL Programmer	$128,757
Audio Vis... Level COBOL Programmer	$85,914

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How Do COBOL 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 COBOL Programmers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $90,279.
California: $89,937.
Massachusetts: $88,738.

District of Columbia $90,279 California $89,937 Massachusetts $88,738 Washington $88,412 New Jersey $88,379 Alaska $88,265 Connecticut $87,140 New York $86,683

Hawaii $85,224 Rhode Island $84,539 Maryland $84,074 Minnesota $83,438 Colorado $83,194 Illinois $83,112 Oregon $82,802 Delaware $82,574

New Hampshire $82,430 Virginia $82,109 Pennsylvania $81,171 Nevada $80,699 North Dakota $80,544 Michigan $80,299 Wisconsin $80,209 Vermont $80,030

Texas $79,533 Maine $79,500 Arizona $79,451 Ohio $79,394 Georgia $78,644 Indiana $78,269 Wyoming $78,195 Utah $78,081

Iowa $78,032 Kansas $77,641 Louisiana $77,527 North Carolina $77,486 Missouri $77,470 Florida $77,152 Montana $76,980 Nebraska $76,817

Kentucky $76,728 South Carolina $76,401 Tennessee $76,198 Idaho $76,116 New Mexico $75,521 Oklahoma $75,390 Alabama $74,909 South Dakota $74,102

Arkansas $73,662 West Virginia $73,425 Mississippi $72,716

Top Paying Cities for COBOL 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: $82,202
Little Creek: $82,804
Magnolia: $82,685

Lincoln, DE $82,202 Little Creek, DE $82,804 Magnolia, DE $82,685 Milford, DE $82,411 Marydel, DE $82,546 Millsboro, DE $81,857 Millville, DE $81,984 Milton, DE $82,125

Nassau, DE $82,185 Ocean View, DE $81,970 Rehoboth Beach, DE $82,127 Seaford, DE $82,174 Selbyville, DE $81,834 Smyrna, DE $82,861 Viola, DE $82,479 Woodside, DE $82,701

Bear, DE $82,510 Newark, DE $82,479 Claymont, DE $82,648 Delaware City, DE $82,562 Hockessin, DE $82,472 Kirkwood, DE $82,546 Middletown, DE $82,578 Montchanin, DE $82,491

New Castle, DE $82,503 Odessa, DE $82,619 Port Penn, DE $82,674 Rockland, DE $82,499 Saint Georges, DE $82,552 Townsend, DE $82,679 Winterthur, DE $82,509 Lewes, DE $82,157

Wilmington, DE $82,476 Dover, DE $82,804 Dover Afb, DE $82,368 Bethany Beach, DE $81,883 Bethel, DE $81,968 Bridgeville, DE $82,161 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,571 Cheswold, DE $82,777

Clayton, DE $82,779 Dagsboro, DE $81,826 Delmar, DE $81,695 Ellendale, DE $81,943 Felton, DE $82,404 Fenwick Island, DE $81,844 Frankford, DE $81,701 Frederica, DE $82,486

Georgetown, DE $81,795 Greenwood, DE $82,174 Harbeson, DE $81,882 Harrington, DE $82,300 Hartly, DE $82,556 Houston, DE $82,183 Kenton, DE $82,783 Laurel, DE $81,746

Yorklyn, DE $82,496

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

Understanding how a COBOL 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 June 01, 2026

$73,983

Average $82,574/year

$90,159

$6,165

Average $6,881/month

$7,513

$1,423

Average $1,588/week

$1,734

$36

Average $40/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,159	$7,513	$1,734	$43
Average	$82,574	$6,881	$1,588	$40
25th Percentile	$73,983	$6,165	$1,423	$36

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