Career Profile Computer Programmers Education Bachelor's This is the typical education required for an entry-level position. Earnings $92,200 This is the typical median salary earned for an entry-level position. Computer programmers write and test code that allows computer applications and software programs to function properly. General Information Create, modify, and test the code and scripts that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software and web developers or other individuals. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information. Watch a brief video about this occupation. Watch Video Computer Programmers Occupational Outlook For the Rural Capital Area 36 Job Opportunities Over the next five years, an average of 36 openings per year are projected for Computer Programmers. +6.2% Employment Change Employment for Computer Programmers is forecasted to increase slower than the regional average by 6.2% between 2023 and 2028. $44.33 Earnings Potential An average worker in this occupation is paid $44.33/hour. Entry level workers are paid $27.10, while experienced workers are paid $53.89. The median wage is significantly above average regional wages across occupations. Local Employment Opportunities There are 362 Computer Programmers in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 375. Top Employing Industries, Locally The top industries employing Computer Programmers are Computer Systems Design and Related Services, All Other Industries, and Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing. Knowledge Areas The top most significant knowledge categories for Computer Programmers include Computers and Electronics, Mathematics, and Engineering and Technology. Educational Attainment Patterns The most common level of education for Computer Programmers is Bachelor's. 97% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree. Sources: BLS JobsEQ® ONET
