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

A GIS Programmer's salary grows with experience: a GIS Programmer (0-2 years)earns $69,178, a GIS Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $79,239, a GIS Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $93,179, a GIS Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $119,737, a GIS Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $136,638,

What are the highest paying states for a GIS Programmer?

GIS Programmer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for GIS Programmer roles are District of Columbia $75,573, California $75,286, Massachusetts $74,283. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of GIS Programmer roles make?

Salaries for GIS Programmer level roles vary by specialization: GIS Manager: $123,298; Gis Supervisor: $122,741; GIS Technician: $91,726; GIS Analyst: $91,726; Gis Architect: $90,451.

GIS Programmer Salary in Delaware

How much does a GIS Programmer make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a GIS Programmer in Delaware is $69,280 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $83,242
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $63,270 to $76,588
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,798

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GIS Programmer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,588	$6,382	$1,473	$37
Average	$69,280	$5,773	$1,332	$33
25th Percentile	$63,270	$5,272	$1,217	$30

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Key Factors That Influence GIS Programmer Salaries

A GIS 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 GIS Programmer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a GIS 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): $69,178
Early Career (1-2 years): $79,239
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $93,179
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $119,737
Expert (over 8 years): $136,638

Levels	Salary
GIS Progr... Level GIS Programmer	$69,178
GIS Analy... Level GIS Programmer	$79,239
GIS Analy... Level GIS Programmer	$93,179
GIS Analy... Level GIS Programmer	$119,737
GIS Analy... Level GIS Programmer	$136,638

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

District of Columbia: $75,573.
California: $75,286.
Massachusetts: $74,283.

District of Columbia $75,573 California $75,286 Massachusetts $74,283 Washington $74,010 New Jersey $73,983 Alaska $73,887 Connecticut $72,945 New York $72,563

Hawaii $71,341 Rhode Island $70,768 Maryland $70,379 Minnesota $69,846 Colorado $69,642 Illinois $69,573 Oregon $69,314 Delaware $69,123

New Hampshire $69,003 Virginia $68,734 Pennsylvania $67,949 Nevada $67,553 North Dakota $67,423 Michigan $67,219 Wisconsin $67,143 Vermont $66,993

Texas $66,577 Maine $66,550 Arizona $66,509 Ohio $66,461 Georgia $65,833 Indiana $65,519 Wyoming $65,458 Utah $65,362

Iowa $65,321 Kansas $64,993 Louisiana $64,898 North Carolina $64,864 Missouri $64,850 Florida $64,584 Montana $64,441 Nebraska $64,304

Kentucky $64,229 South Carolina $63,956 Tennessee $63,785 Idaho $63,717 New Mexico $63,219 Oklahoma $63,110 Alabama $62,707 South Dakota $62,031

Arkansas $61,663 West Virginia $61,465 Mississippi $60,871

Top Paying Cities for GIS 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: $71,539
Little Creek: $70,877
Magnolia: $71,171

Lincoln, DE $71,539 Little Creek, DE $70,877 Magnolia, DE $71,171 Milford, DE $71,539 Marydel, DE $70,611 Millsboro, DE $71,539 Millville, DE $72,017 Milton, DE $71,539

Nassau, DE $71,539 Ocean View, DE $72,017 Rehoboth Beach, DE $72,017 Seaford, DE $70,788 Selbyville, DE $72,017 Smyrna, DE $70,529 Viola, DE $71,171 Woodside, DE $70,966

Bear, DE $70,010 Newark, DE $70,038 Claymont, DE $70,092 Delaware City, DE $70,038 Hockessin, DE $70,092 Kirkwood, DE $70,038 Middletown, DE $70,386 Montchanin, DE $70,092

New Castle, DE $70,092 Odessa, DE $70,481 Port Penn, DE $69,846 Rockland, DE $70,092 Saint Georges, DE $70,038 Townsend, DE $70,379 Winterthur, DE $70,092 Lewes, DE $71,539

Wilmington, DE $70,092 Dover, DE $70,843 Dover Afb, DE $71,007 Bethany Beach, DE $72,017 Bethel, DE $70,788 Bridgeville, DE $71,539 Camden Wyoming, DE $70,918 Cheswold, DE $70,679

Clayton, DE $70,502 Dagsboro, DE $72,017 Delmar, DE $70,788 Ellendale, DE $71,539 Felton, DE $71,539 Fenwick Island, DE $72,017 Frankford, DE $72,017 Frederica, DE $71,539

Georgetown, DE $71,539 Greenwood, DE $71,539 Harbeson, DE $71,539 Harrington, DE $71,539 Hartly, DE $70,468 Houston, DE $71,539 Kenton, DE $70,502 Laurel, DE $70,788

Yorklyn, DE $70,092

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

Understanding how a GIS 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 May 18, 2021

$63,270

Average $69,280/year

$76,588

$5,272

Average $5,773/month

$6,382

$1,217

Average $1,332/week

$1,473

$30

Average $33/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,588	$6,382	$1,473	$37
Average	$69,280	$5,773	$1,332	$33
25th Percentile	$63,270	$5,272	$1,217	$30

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