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Computer Programmers salary in Maryland

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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 June 12, 2026
Last refreshed: Jun 12, 2026

Computer Programmers in Maryland. BLS OES + DOL OFLC + reader-reported submissions. How this is built →

Median annual$125,570
Mean annual$117,210
Range (10th to 90th)$74,470 to $158,880
Maryland employment2,490
State vs national+33.4% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Maryland computer programmers fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

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

10TH$74,47025TH$93,140MEDIAN$125,57075TH$127,90090TH$158,880

The middle 50% of workers earn between $93,140 and $127,900, with a median of $125,570.

Real disclosed salaries

Computer Programmers in Maryland: actual employer-disclosed pay

Public records from 320 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $94,370. 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 — entry59$76,000
Level II — qualified200$94,185
Level III — experienced40$113,005
Level IV — fully competent21$134,100

Top employers filing for this role

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

EmployerMost-filed titleFilingsMedian
TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES LIMITEDDeveloper26$93,538
Accenture LLPSW/App/Cloud Tech Support Manager18$137,050
Computer Packages, Inc.Computer Programmer17$94,400
Tata Consultancy Services LimitedDeveloper13$93,538
GP TECHNOLOGIES LLCComputer Programmer12$103,750
Hughes Network Systems LLCSMTS - Software12$131,310
Salem InfoTech IncComputer Programmer9$93,538
SKILLTUNE TECHNOLOGIES INCSoftware Engineer8$103,700
Unisoft Technology Inc.Data Engineer6$94,000
COMPUNNEL SOFTWARE GROUP, INCComputer Programmer5$99,000

Recent sample filings

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

  • Developer at TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES LIMITED
    $90,334
    Owings MillsWage Level IIDecided Mar 31, 2026I-200-26083-725250
  • Packaged App Development Assoc Manager at Accenture LLP
    $129,600
    BethesdaWage Level IIIDecided Mar 27, 2026I-200-26079-717484
  • Software Developer at Radiant Innovative, Inc
    $90,334
    BaltimoreWage Level IIDecided Mar 27, 2026I-200-26079-719984
  • Computer Programmer at Sparksoft Corporation
    $120,000
    ColumbiaWage Level IIIDecided Mar 26, 2026I-200-26078-715447
  • Application Developer at Infinite Computer Solutions, Inc.
    $112,466
    BethesdaWage Level IIIDecided Mar 26, 2026I-200-26079-717251
  • MAINFRAME DEVELOPER at GLOBEX IT SOLUTIONS, INC.
    $112,466
    COLLEGE PARKWage Level IIIDecided Mar 25, 2026I-200-26077-713652
  • Computer Programmer at COMPUNNEL SOFTWARE GROUP, INC
    $99,000
    BaltimoreWage Level IIDecided Mar 24, 2026I-200-26076-709709
  • PROGRAMMER ANALYST at HYPERION TECHNOLOGIES LLC
    $90,334
    COLUMBIAWage Level IIDecided Mar 20, 2026I-200-26072-702948

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.

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By seniority

Computer Programmers pay by experience level in Maryland

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 Maryland

Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 224 certified offers. The most common variant is Computer Programmer at a median of $94,400.

SpecialtyTop employerFilingsMedian offer
Computer ProgrammerComputer Packages, Inc.76$94,400
DeveloperTATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES LIMITED40$93,538
PROGRAMMER ANALYSTHughes Network Systems LLC30$92,769
Software EngineerSKILLTUNE TECHNOLOGIES INC25$94,500
Software DeveloperGlobal Alliant Inc22$93,538
Data EngineerTEKsystems Global Services, LLC6$94,000
DevOps EngineerAMALGAM TECHNOLOGIES INC5$93,538
SW/App/Cloud Tech Support ManagerAccenture LLP4$156,600
Technical Lead L1WIPRO LIMITED4$124,509
Software ProgrammerDiscovery Analytics Inc4$91,969
SMTS - SoftwareHughes Network Systems LLC4$113,005
Dot Net DeveloperTechnogen, Inc.4$94,685

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

Pay by industry

Computer Programmers in Maryland, by industry

Median offered wage across 320 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Technology and software leads with a median of $94,000.

IndustryLargest employerFilingsMedian offer
Technology and softwareTATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES LIMITED266$94,000
Professional servicesAccenture LLP36$119,751
ManufacturingHughes Network Systems LLC14$122,158
Retail and wholesaleClinical Al, Inc2$75,950
EducationCarnegie Mellon University1$65,998
Transportation and logisticsChallenger Transportation Inc.1$83,000

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

Wage trend

Median annual wage in Maryland over the past 3 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2025 dollars.

Median annual wage, Maryland2023 to 2025
$103,3802023$103,0002024$125,5702025

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 Maryland?
According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Computer Programmers in Maryland is $125,570.
How does Maryland compare to the national median for Computer Programmers?
The Maryland median is +33.4% versus the BLS national figure of $94,155.
What is the salary range for Computer Programmers in Maryland?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $74,470 and the 90th-percentile at $158,880, 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.