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

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

How does experience change A Programmer Analyst's salary?

A Programmer Analyst's salary grows with experience: an Applications Programmer I (0-2 years)earns $74,302, an Programmer Analyst (2-4 years)earns $97,103, an Applications Programmer III (4-7 years)earns $124,879, an Applications Programmer IV (7+ years)earns $146,287, an Applications Programmer V (7-10 years)earns $169,955,

What are the highest paying states for a Programmer Analyst?

Programmer Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Programmer Analyst roles are District of Columbia $106,803, California $106,398, Massachusetts $104,980. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Programmer Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Programmer Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Development Programmer and Analyst: $129,968; Programmer Analyst, Sr: $124,063; Oracle Programmer Analyst: $124,063; RPG Programmer Analyst: $122,558; IT Programmer Analyst: $119,646.

Programmer Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Programmer Analyst make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Programmer Analyst in Delaware is $97,909 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $113,377
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $89,071 to $106,006
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $81,024

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Programmer Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$106,006	$8,834	$2,039	$51
Average	$97,909	$8,159	$1,883	$47
25th Percentile	$89,071	$7,423	$1,713	$43

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Key Factors That Influence Programmer Analyst Salaries

A Programmer Analyst'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 Programmer Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Programmer Analyst'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): $74,302
Early Career (1-2 years): $97,103
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $124,879
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $146,287
Expert (over 8 years): $169,955

Levels	Salary
Applicati... Level Programmer Analyst	$74,302
Programme... Level Programmer Analyst	$97,103
Applicati... Level Programmer Analyst	$124,879
Applicati... Level Programmer Analyst	$146,287
Applicati... Level Programmer Analyst	$169,955

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How Do Programmer Analyst 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 Programmer Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $106,803.
California: $106,398.
Massachusetts: $104,980.

District of Columbia $106,803 California $106,398 Massachusetts $104,980 Washington $104,594 New Jersey $104,556 Alaska $104,421 Connecticut $103,089 New York $102,549

Hawaii $100,823 Rhode Island $100,012 Maryland $99,462 Minnesota $98,710 Colorado $98,421 Illinois $98,324 Oregon $97,958 Delaware $97,688

New Hampshire $97,518 Virginia $97,138 Pennsylvania $96,028 Nevada $95,469 North Dakota $95,286 Michigan $94,996 Wisconsin $94,890 Vermont $94,678

Texas $94,089 Maine $94,051 Arizona $93,993 Ohio $93,925 Georgia $93,038 Indiana $92,594 Wyoming $92,507 Utah $92,372

Iowa $92,315 Kansas $91,852 Louisiana $91,716 North Carolina $91,668 Missouri $91,649 Florida $91,273 Montana $91,070 Nebraska $90,877

Kentucky $90,771 South Carolina $90,385 Tennessee $90,144 Idaho $90,048 New Mexico $89,344 Oklahoma $89,189 Alabama $88,620 South Dakota $87,665

Arkansas $87,144 West Virginia $86,864 Mississippi $86,025

Top Paying Cities for Programmer Analysts

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: $101,102
Little Creek: $100,167
Magnolia: $100,581

Lincoln, DE $101,102 Little Creek, DE $100,167 Magnolia, DE $100,581 Milford, DE $101,102 Marydel, DE $99,790 Millsboro, DE $101,102 Millville, DE $101,778 Milton, DE $101,102

Nassau, DE $101,102 Ocean View, DE $101,778 Rehoboth Beach, DE $101,778 Seaford, DE $100,041 Selbyville, DE $101,778 Smyrna, DE $99,675 Viola, DE $100,581 Woodside, DE $100,292

Bear, DE $98,942 Newark, DE $98,980 Claymont, DE $99,057 Delaware City, DE $98,980 Hockessin, DE $99,057 Kirkwood, DE $98,980 Middletown, DE $99,472 Montchanin, DE $99,057

New Castle, DE $99,057 Odessa, DE $99,607 Port Penn, DE $98,710 Rockland, DE $99,057 Saint Georges, DE $98,980 Townsend, DE $99,462 Winterthur, DE $99,057 Lewes, DE $101,102

Wilmington, DE $99,057 Dover, DE $100,118 Dover Afb, DE $100,350 Bethany Beach, DE $101,778 Bethel, DE $100,041 Bridgeville, DE $101,102 Camden Wyoming, DE $100,224 Cheswold, DE $99,887

Clayton, DE $99,636 Dagsboro, DE $101,778 Delmar, DE $100,041 Ellendale, DE $101,102 Felton, DE $101,102 Fenwick Island, DE $101,778 Frankford, DE $101,778 Frederica, DE $101,102

Georgetown, DE $101,102 Greenwood, DE $101,102 Harbeson, DE $101,102 Harrington, DE $101,102 Hartly, DE $99,588 Houston, DE $101,102 Kenton, DE $99,636 Laurel, DE $100,041

Yorklyn, DE $99,057

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

Understanding how a Programmer Analyst'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.

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$89,071

Average $97,909/year

$106,006

$7,423

Average $8,159/month

$8,834

$1,713

Average $1,883/week

$2,039

$43

Average $47/hour

$51

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$106,006	$8,834	$2,039	$51
Average	$97,909	$8,159	$1,883	$47
25th Percentile	$89,071	$7,423	$1,713	$43

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