Computer Programmers Salary in Northwest Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $76,980 -22% vs national
Median hourly $37.01
10th percentile $53,850
90th percentile $130,210
Employed locally 50
National median $98,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $53,850
    25th
    $61,760
    50th (median)
    $76,980
    75th
    $100,570
    90th
    $130,210

    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 Northwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Software Developers$99,460
    Computer User Support Specialists$59,330
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators$84,270
    Computer Network Support Specialists$71,530
    Computer Occupations, All Other$89,480
    Computer Systems Analysts$83,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Computer Programmers make per hour in Northwest Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Computer Programmers in Northwest Minnesota is $37.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $60.24 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Minnesota above or below average for Computer Programmers salaries?

    The median Computer Programmers salary in Northwest Minnesota is 22% 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 Northwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Computer Programmers (10th percentile) earn around $53,850 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,760.