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Computer Programmers salary in Arizona

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Median, range, employment, and 10-year outlook from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, with skills and task data from O*NET. Cost-of-living adjustment from BEA Regional Price Parities.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 27, 2026
Median annual$71,930
Mean annual$79,220
Range (10th to 90th)$37,270 to $125,050
Arizona employment4,170
State vs national-27.0% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Arizona computer programmers fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$37,27025TH$39,990MEDIAN$71,93075TH$116,55090TH$125,050

The middle 50% of workers earn between $39,990 and $116,550, with a median of $71,930.

Real disclosed salaries

Computer Programmers in Arizona: actual employer-disclosed pay

Public records from 275 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $83,200. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.

By DOL wage level

DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.

LevelFilingsMedian offer
Level I — entry19$69,992
Level II — qualified186$83,179
Level III — experienced25$101,490
Level IV — fully competent9$119,800

Top employers filing for this role

Companies with the most certified filings for Computer Programmers in Arizona. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.

EmployerMost-filed titleFilingsMedian
Mphasis CorporationSoftware Engineer45$110,110
TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES LIMITEDDeveloper26$83,179
Tata Consultancy Services LimitedDeveloper13$83,179
SKILLTUNE TECHNOLOGIES INCSoftware Engineer11$84,000
IBM CorporationSoftware Engineer8$98,125
COGNIZANT TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS US CORPSenior Associate JC60 - Computer Programmers6$83,179
INFOSYS LIMITEDSpecialist Programmer5$83,179
Accenture LLPPackaged App Development Manager4$128,000
Kivyo Inc.Software Developer4$90,586
HCL AMERICA INCSenior Developer4$70,747

Recent sample filings

A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.

  • Software Engineer at Mphasis Corporation
    $79,540
    PhoenixDecided Dec 30, 2025I-200-25356-501065
  • Computer Programmer at Pilot Technologies LLC
    $65,000
    PhoenixDecided Dec 26, 2025I-200-25352-493345
  • Computer Programmer (Lead) at Zensar Technologies, Inc.
    $106,080
    PhoenixDecided Dec 24, 2025I-200-25351-490578
  • COMPUTER PROGRAMMER at DEVOIR SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS LLC
    $70,000
    PHOENIXDecided Dec 23, 2025I-200-25350-486586
  • Software Engineer at Mphasis Corporation
    $79,540
    ChandlerDecided Dec 23, 2025I-200-25351-489126
  • Developer at TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES LIMITED
    $62,005
    PhoenixDecided Dec 19, 2025I-200-25346-478159
  • CLOUD ENGINEER at SYNOVASOFT INC.
    $75,000
    PHOENIXDecided Dec 18, 2025I-200-25345-476854
  • SR. PROGRAMMER ANALYST at EVEREST CONSULTING GROUP INC.
    $62,005
    PHOENIXDecided Dec 15, 2025I-200-25342-464585

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.

By seniority

Computer Programmers pay by experience level in Arizona

Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.

Specialties

Computer Programmers specialties in Arizona

Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 222 certified offers. The most common variant is Software Engineer at a median of $97,500.

SpecialtyTop employerFilingsMedian offer
Software EngineerMphasis Corporation66$97,500
DeveloperTATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES LIMITED42$83,179
Computer ProgrammerRigas Technologies Inc.25$83,180
Programmer AnalystEVEREST CONSULTING GROUP INC.20$83,179
Software ProgrammerMphasis Corporation18$107,055
JAVA DEVELOPERREALTECH SERVICES LLC.16$83,179
Software DeveloperKivyo Inc.14$83,179
Senior Associate JC60 - Computer ProgrammersCOGNIZANT TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS US CORP6$83,179
CLOUD ENGINEERSYNOVASOFT INC.4$76,500
COMPUTER PROGRAMMER/ENGINEEREFICENS SYSTEMS INC4$83,200
Specialist ProgrammerINFOSYS LIMITED4$83,179
Application DeveloperIBM Corporation3$101,483

Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.

Pay by industry

Computer Programmers in Arizona, by industry

Median offered wage across 275 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Technology and software leads with a median of $83,180.

IndustryLargest employerFilingsMedian offer
Technology and softwareMphasis Corporation252$83,180
Professional servicesAccenture LLP15$83,200
EducationMayo Clinic3$82,000
Retail and wholesaleThe Reinalt-Thomas Corporation2$119,766
ManufacturingASM AMERICA INC.1$106,080
Finance and insuranceCharles Schwab & Company, Inc.1$132,600
Energy and utilitiesTucson Electric Power Company1$134,000

Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.

Wage trend

Median annual wage in Arizona over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.

Median annual wage, Arizona2023 to 2024
$92,8502023$71,9302024

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Computers and Electronics

    Knowledge

    4.9 / 5
  • Programming

    Technical

    4.8 / 5
  • Written Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    3.9 / 5
  • Near Vision

    Ability

    3.9 / 5
  • Critical Thinking

    Cross-functional

    3.8 / 5
  • Active Listening

    Basic skill

    3.8 / 5
  • Complex Problem Solving

    Technical

    3.8 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Write, analyze, review, and rewrite programs, using workflow chart and diagram, and applying knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, and symbolic logic.

  2. 02

    Correct errors by making appropriate changes and rechecking the program to ensure that the desired results are produced.

  3. 03

    Perform or direct revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements.

  4. 04

    Write, update, and maintain computer programs or software packages to handle specific jobs such as tracking inventory, storing or retrieving data, or controlling other equipment.

  5. 05

    Consult with managerial, engineering, and technical personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems, and suggest changes.

  6. 06

    Conduct trial runs of programs and software applications to be sure they will produce the desired information and that the instructions are correct.

  7. 07

    Prepare detailed workflow charts and diagrams that describe input, output, and logical operation, and convert them into a series of instructions coded in a computer language.

  8. 08

    Compile and write documentation of program development and subsequent revisions, inserting comments in the coded instructions so others can understand the program.

10-year outlook

Growth 2024 → 2034

-6.0%

Projected annual openings

BLS outlook

Declining

Source: BLS Employment Projections, 20242034 cycle.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Computer Programmers in Arizona?
According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Computer Programmers in Arizona is $71,930.
How does Arizona compare to the national median for Computer Programmers?
The Arizona median is -27.0% versus the BLS national figure of $98,561.
What is the salary range for Computer Programmers in Arizona?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $37,270 and the 90th-percentile at $125,050, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
Is Computer Programmers a growing field?
BLS Employment Projections show employment declining by -6.0% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
What education is required for Computer Programmers?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.