What is the median salary for Computer Programmers in Virginia?

According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Computer Programmers in Virginia is $111,860.

How does Virginia compare to the national median for Computer Programmers?

The Virginia median is +13.5% versus the BLS national figure of $98,561.

What is the salary range for Computer Programmers in Virginia?

BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $60,760 and the 90th-percentile at $166,830, 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.

Computer Programmers Salary in Virginia

Median annual$111,860

Mean annual$113,730

Range (10th to 90th)$60,760 to $166,830

Virginia employment4,210

State vs national+13.5% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Virginia computer programmers fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

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

The middle 50% of workers earn between $72,580 and $153,450, with a median of $111,860.

Real disclosed salaries

Computer Programmers in Virginia: actual employer-disclosed pay

Public records from 753 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.

Level	Filings	Median offer
Level I — entry	127	$75,899
Level II — qualified	475	$94,370
Level III — experienced	61	$112,840
Level IV — fully competent	24	$133,750

Top employers filing for this role

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

Employer	Most-filed title	Filings	Median
Hexaware Technologies, Inc.	Computer Programmer	165	$94,370
VIRTUS TECHNOLOGIES LLC	SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER	28	$94,370
CGI Technologies and Solutions Inc.	Programmer/Analyst	21	$105,000
ITSTAC, LLC	Software Programmer	14	$94,370
Tata Consultancy Services Limited	Developer	12	$92,612
Nivid Infotech, Inc.	Computer Programmer	11	$94,370
TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES LIMITED	Developer	11	$90,854
Accenture LLP	Packaged App Development Assoc Manager	11	$117,800
GP TECHNOLOGIES LLC	Computer Programmer	8	$103,750
COGNIZANT TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS US CORP	Senior Associate JC60 - Computer Programmers	7	$82,534

Recent sample filings

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

Sr WMS Programmer Analyst at Lakarya LLC
$103,979
Virginia BeachDecided Dec 29, 2025I-200-25353-497753
FULLSTACK DEVELOPER at SIRI SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS LLC
$91,582
McLeanDecided Dec 26, 2025I-200-25352-493192
Computer Programmer at Hexaware Technologies, Inc.
$112,500
McLeanDecided Dec 26, 2025I-200-25353-496304
Programmer Analyst at EMERGTECH BUSINESS SOLUTIONS INC
$91,582
SterlingDecided Dec 26, 2025I-200-25352-494116
Technical Lead at HCL AMERICA INC
$118,654
ChantillyDecided Dec 23, 2025I-200-25350-485187
Sr. Technical Architect at Hexaware Technologies, Inc.
$112,466
RestonDecided Dec 22, 2025I-200-25349-481337
Software Engineer at Mphasis Corporation
$125,000
HerndonDecided Dec 18, 2025I-200-25345-474723
Computer Programmer at Hexaware Technologies, Inc.
$91,582
RestonDecided Dec 15, 2025I-200-25343-467024

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 Virginia

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.

Entry →Mid →Senior →Lead →

Specialties

Computer Programmers specialties in Virginia

Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 555 certified offers. The most common variant is Computer Programmer at a median of $94,370.

Specialty	Top employer	Filings	Median offer
Computer Programmer	Hexaware Technologies, Inc.	198	$94,370
Software Engineer	VIRTUS TECHNOLOGIES LLC	94	$94,370
Programmer Analyst	CGI Technologies and Solutions Inc.	81	$94,370
Java Developer	Noesys,Inc	42	$91,582
Software Programmer	ITSTAC, LLC	35	$94,370
Developer	Tata Consultancy Services Limited	30	$90,854
Software Developer	ESVEE TECHNOLOGIES, INC	24	$94,370
Technical Architect	Hexaware Technologies, Inc.	20	$103,433
DevOps Engineer	DTeK Consulting Services, Inc	10	$97,781
JAVA FULL STACK DEVELOPER	New York Technology Partners Inc	8	$93,185
Senior Associate JC60 - Computer Programmers	COGNIZANT TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS US CORP	7	$82,534
Senior Technical Lead	HCL AMERICA INC	6	$94,370

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

Pay by industry

Computer Programmers in Virginia, by industry

Median offered wage across 753 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Technology and software leads with a median of $94,370.

Industry	Largest employer	Filings	Median offer
Technology and software	Hexaware Technologies, Inc.	675	$94,370
Professional services	VIRTUS TECHNOLOGIES LLC	71	$94,370
Education	The University of Virginia	4	$105,343
Retail and wholesale	Home Depot Management Company LLC	1	$125,306
Finance and insurance	Elevance Health, Inc.	1	$76,484
Healthcare	AroraMD, LLC.	1	$76,000

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

Wage trend

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

Median annual wage, Virginia2023 to 2024

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)

01
Write, analyze, review, and rewrite programs, using workflow chart and diagram, and applying knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, and symbolic logic.
02
Correct errors by making appropriate changes and rechecking the program to ensure that the desired results are produced.
03
Perform or direct revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements.
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.
05
Consult with managerial, engineering, and technical personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems, and suggest changes.
06
Conduct trial runs of programs and software applications to be sure they will produce the desired information and that the instructions are correct.
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.
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

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BLS outlook

Declining

Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.

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Top metros in Virginia

Metro-level salary data for computer programmers in major Virginia metropolitan areas.

Virginia Beach$99,970
Richmond$90,530

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Computer Programmers in Virginia?: According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Computer Programmers in Virginia is $111,860.
How does Virginia compare to the national median for Computer Programmers?: The Virginia median is +13.5% versus the BLS national figure of $98,561.
What is the salary range for Computer Programmers in Virginia?: BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $60,760 and the 90th-percentile at $166,830, 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.