SOC 15-1251 · California · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Computer Programmers in California is $116,437 per year ($55.98/hr). This is 18% higher than the national median of $98,675. The middle 50% earn between $84,800 and $152,173 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $191,271.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $29.61 | $61,581 | +18.0% |
| P25 | $40.77 | $84,800 | +18.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $55.98 | $116,437 | +18.0% |
| P75 | $73.16 | $152,173 | +18.0% |
| P90 | $91.96 | $191,271 | +18.0% |
Information sector openings declined modestly (-9K) in February. Quit rates dropped to 1.3%, the lowest in a decade. The "Great Stay" is strongest in tech: employees are staying put, giving employers maximum leverage on new offers.
The median (P50) annual salary for Computer Programmers in California is approximately $116,437, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 18% higher than the national median of $98,675.
Entry-level Computer Programmers (10th percentile) in California earn approximately $61,581 per year. The 25th percentile is $84,800. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $191,271.
California pays 18% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $98,675 vs $116,437 in California. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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