Computer Programmers Salary in Southwest Maine

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $85,360 -13.5% vs national
Median hourly $41.04
10th percentile $43,960
90th percentile $112,430
Employed locally 60
National median $98,670

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,960
    25th
    $47,070
    50th (median)
    $85,360
    75th
    $106,760
    90th
    $112,430

    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 Southwest Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    Computer Systems Analysts $100,740
    Computer User Support Specialists $50,320
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators $75,820
    Software Developers $102,990
    Data Scientists $81,250
    Computer Occupations, All Other $90,380

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Computer Programmers make per hour in Southwest Maine?

    The median hourly wage for Computer Programmers in Southwest Maine is $41.04, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $63.25 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Maine above or below average for Computer Programmers salaries?

    The median Computer Programmers salary in Southwest Maine is 13.5% 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 Southwest Maine?

    Entry-level Computer Programmers (10th percentile) earn around $43,960 per year in Southwest Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,070.