SOC 15-1251 · New York · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Computer Programmers in New York is $120,384 per year ($57.88/hr). This is 22% higher than the national median of $98,675. The middle 50% earn between $87,674 and $157,331 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $197,755.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $30.61 | $63,668 | +22.0% |
| P25 | $42.15 | $87,674 | +22.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $57.88 | $120,384 | +22.0% |
| P75 | $75.64 | $157,331 | +22.0% |
| P90 | $95.07 | $197,755 | +22.0% |
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 New York is approximately $120,384, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 22% higher than the national median of $98,675.
Entry-level Computer Programmers (10th percentile) in New York earn approximately $63,668 per year. The 25th percentile is $87,674. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $197,755.
New York pays 22% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $98,675 vs $120,384 in New York. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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