Computer Programmers Salary in Capital/Northern New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $81,040 -17.9% vs national
Median hourly $38.96
10th percentile $58,270
90th percentile $110,700
Employed locally 90
National median $98,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $58,270
    25th
    $64,590
    50th (median)
    $81,040
    75th
    $87,120
    90th
    $110,700

    Top-paying metros for Computer Programmers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $167,970
    Boulder, CO $162,530
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $159,250
    Washington $158,820
    Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR $136,880
    San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA $133,560

    Related occupations in Capital/Northern New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Computer User Support Specialists$55,550
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators$74,850
    Software Developers$107,540
    Computer Systems Analysts$84,880
    Computer Network Support Specialists$57,470
    Computer Occupations, All Other$71,560

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Computer Programmers make per hour in Capital/Northern New York?

    The median hourly wage for Computer Programmers in Capital/Northern New York is $38.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $53.01 or more per hour.

    Is Capital/Northern New York above or below average for Computer Programmers salaries?

    The median Computer Programmers salary in Capital/Northern New York is 17.9% below the national median of $98,670. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Computer Programmers in Capital/Northern New York?

    Entry-level Computer Programmers (10th percentile) earn around $58,270 per year in Capital/Northern New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $64,590.