Computer Programmers Salary in South Central Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $84,140 -14.7% vs national
Median hourly $40.45
10th percentile $57,160
90th percentile $145,950
Employed locally 100
National median $98,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $57,160
    25th
    $70,470
    50th (median)
    $84,140
    75th
    $109,580
    90th
    $145,950

    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 South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Computer User Support Specialists $54,920
    Software Developers $98,190
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators $80,100
    Computer Occupations, All Other $66,720
    Computer Systems Analysts $95,260
    Computer Network Architects $103,460

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Computer Programmers make per hour in South Central Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Computer Programmers in South Central Wisconsin is $40.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.23 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Wisconsin above or below average for Computer Programmers salaries?

    The median Computer Programmers salary in South Central Wisconsin is 14.7% 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Computer Programmers (10th percentile) earn around $57,160 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $70,470.