Freelance Programmer Salaries
How much does a Freelance Programmer make?
Total pay range
$75K - $129K/yr
$98K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$60K - $101K/yrBase pay
$15K - $28K/yrAdditional pay
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Popular companies for Freelance Programmers
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Recent salaries shared by Freelance Programmer
7 salaries
Job Title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Location
Date submitted
Job Title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Freelance Programmer
4-6 years
$79K/yr
$79K • $0
New York, NY
submitted on Jun 2, 2025
$79K/yr
$79K • $0
Freelance Programmer
1-3 years
$51K/yr
$51K • $0
Oakland, CA
submitted on Apr 10, 2025
$51K/yr
$51K • $0
Freelance Programmer
1-3 years
$41K/yr
$41K • $0
Tempe, AZ
submitted on Aug 16, 2024
$41K/yr
$41K • $0
Freelance Programmer
1-3 years
$77K - $90K/yr
Austin, TX
submitted on Jan 11, 2024
$77K - $90K/yr
Freelance Programmer
1-3 years
$35K/yr
$35K • $0
Conway, SC
submitted on Jun 1, 2022
$35K/yr
$35K • $0
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Freelance Programmer
1-3 years
$46K - $54K/yr
Boulder, CO
submitted on Sep 21, 2021
$46K - $54K/yr
Freelance Programmer
7-9 years
$74K - $86K/yr
Pittsburgh, PA
submitted on Sep 1, 2021
$74K - $86K/yr
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Glassdoor Economist Pay Overview
What is the pay outlook for Information Technology?
Overall demand for information technology workers will continue to grow as companies increasingly rely on data and technology. Individual job outlook varies by profession; demand for more specialized jobs, like cybersecurity analysts, is expected to grow significantly, while other jobs are vulnerable to outsourcing. IT jobs, which are particularly well-suited for remote work, usually require higher education or certifications and offer higher than average salaries.Show more
Frequently asked questions about Freelance Programmer salaries
How much does a Freelance Programmer in United States make?
The average salary for a Freelance Programmer is $97,992 per year or $47 per hour in United States, which is in line with the national average. Top earners have reported making up to $163,897 (90th percentile). However, the typical pay range in United States is between $75,255 (25th percentile) and $128,940 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 8 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Freelance Programmer employees in United States as of June 2026.
What is the highest salary for a Freelance Programmer in United States?
The highest salary for a Freelance Programmer in United States is $128,940 per year, $10,745 per month or $62 per hour.
What is the lowest salary for a Freelance Programmer in United States?
The lowest salary for a Freelance Programmer in United States is $75,255 per year, $6,271 per month or $36 per hour.