Computer programmer salary in United States

The average salary for a Computer Programmer is $79,718 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 137 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on July 31, 2026.

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Computer Programmer salaries typically range between a low of $47,464 and a high of $133,888 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Computer Programmer include San Diego, CA at $95,049 per year, Bellevue, WA at $77,444 per year, and Houston, TX at $72,568 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Computer Programmer include North Wind Group ($221,520 per year) and Tailored Management ($187,200 per year).