Mainframe programmer: Average Salary in United States of America, 2026

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How much does a Mainframe programmer make in United States of America?

$86,375/ Annual
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The average Mainframe programmer in United States of America is $86,375 per year or $43.71 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $62,400 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $153,725 per year.

Median$86,375

Low$62,400

High$153,725

Mainframe programmer: Average Salary in United States of America

New Jersey$115,000

Texas$95,000

Washington$94,122

Delaware$93,600

California$93,449

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