Computer Programmers Salary in Southeast Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $95,850 -2.9% vs national
Median hourly $46.08
10th percentile $57,260
90th percentile $149,780
Employed locally 70
National median $98,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $57,260
    25th
    $69,190
    50th (median)
    $95,850
    75th
    $149,780
    90th
    $149,780

    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 Southeast Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Software Developers$108,400
    Computer User Support Specialists$61,000
    Computer Systems Analysts$97,180
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators$88,330
    Computer Network Support Specialists$76,200
    Computer Occupations, All Other$85,500

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Computer Programmers in Southeast Minnesota is $46.08, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $65.84 or more per hour.

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

    The median Computer Programmers salary in Southeast Minnesota is 2.9% 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 Southeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Computer Programmers (10th percentile) earn around $57,260 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $69,190.