Computer Programmers Salary in Northeast Virginia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $119,880 +21.5% vs national
Median hourly $57.64
10th percentile $57,090
90th percentile $204,950
Employed locally 40
National median $98,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $57,090
    25th
    $100,100
    50th (median)
    $119,880
    75th
    $157,340
    90th
    $204,950

    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 Northeast Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Software Developers $101,580
    Computer and Information Research Scientists $126,210
    Computer Occupations, All Other $139,900
    Computer Systems Analysts $104,720
    Operations Research Analysts $153,340
    Computer User Support Specialists $57,370

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Computer Programmers make per hour in Northeast Virginia?

    The median hourly wage for Computer Programmers in Northeast Virginia is $57.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $98.53 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Virginia above or below average for Computer Programmers salaries?

    The median Computer Programmers salary in Northeast Virginia is 21.5% above 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 Northeast Virginia?

    Entry-level Computer Programmers (10th percentile) earn around $57,090 per year in Northeast Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $100,100.