Computer Programmers Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $78,090 -20.9% vs national
Median hourly $37.54
10th percentile $56,950
90th percentile $107,650
Employed locally 90
National median $98,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $56,950
    25th
    $70,270
    50th (median)
    $78,090
    75th
    $93,230
    90th
    $107,650

    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 Northeastern Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Software Developers $100,830
    Computer User Support Specialists $52,000
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators $81,900
    Computer Systems Analysts $81,240
    Computer Occupations, All Other $73,900
    Data Scientists $97,970

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Computer Programmers make per hour in Northeastern Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Computer Programmers in Northeastern Wisconsin is $37.54, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $51.76 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Wisconsin above or below average for Computer Programmers salaries?

    The median Computer Programmers salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 20.9% 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 Northeastern Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Computer Programmers (10th percentile) earn around $56,950 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $70,270.