Updated Sep 15, 2022

How much does a Graphics Programmer make?

Updated Sep 15, 2022

Experience

Industry

$67,027 / yrTotal Pay
$62,875 / yrBase Pay
$4,152 / yrAdditional Pay

$67,027

 / yr
$46K$99K
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Possible Range

The estimated total pay for a Graphics Programmer is $67,027 per year in the United States area, with an average salary of $62,875 per year. These numbers represent the median, which is the midpoint of the ranges from our proprietary Total Pay Estimate model and based on salaries collected from our users. The estimated additional pay is $4,152 per year. Additional pay could include cash bonus, commission, tips, and profit sharing. The "Most Likely Range" represents values that exist within the 25th and 75th percentile of all pay data available for this role.

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Red 5 Studios
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Graphics ProgrammerSee 8 salaries from all locations

$102,496

 / yr

$100,412

 / yr

$95,327

 / yr

$76,769

 / yr

$84,043

 / yr

$92,791

 / yr

$87,464

 / yr

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 / hr

$44

 / hr

$105,855

 / yr

$93,351

 / yr

$109,262

 / yr

$83,858

 / yr

$9,534

 / mo

$48

 / hr

$94,648

 / yr

$90,097

 / yr

$124,861

 / yr

$91,356

 / yr

$63,411

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Top Paying Industries

For a Graphics Programmer in United States

The top paying industry for a Graphics Programmer in United States is Media & Communication with a median total pay of $102,496.

IndustryTotal PayTotal Pay Insight
  • Media & CommunicationMedia & Communication$102,496

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Media & Communication

The top paying company in Media & Communication for Graphics Programmer is Red 5 Studios.

Red 5 StudiosRed 5 Studios$102,496/yr

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What is the pay outlook for Engineering?

Engineering jobs are in high demand with workers receiving generous compensation packages and bonuses. Engineering offers ample opportunity for growth and development with transferable skills across an array of fields from software, supply chain and logistics to aerospace. Most roles require at least a bachelor’s degree. To remain competitive, job-seekers should consider specialization or skill-specific programs such as coding boot-camps or certifications.

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Location

Total Pay

Base Pay | Additional Pay

Total Years of Experience

Years at Recent Employer

Submitted

Date or Time

Game Developer

United States of America

 | 4-6 years

$128,000

/yr

$125K | $3K

Submitted Yesterday

4-6 years
Yesterday
Game Developer

United States of America

 | 4-6 years

$55,000

/yr

Submitted Yesterday

4-6 years
Yesterday
Gameplay Programmer

United States of America

 | 1-3 years

$120,000

/yr

Submitted Yesterday

1-3 years
Yesterday
Game Developer

United States of America

 | <1 year

$50,000

/yr

Submitted Yesterday

<1 year
Yesterday
C#/Unity Developer

United States of America

 | 1-3 years

$30

/hr

Submitted 2 days ago

1-3 years
2 days ago
Gameplay Engineer

United States of America

 | 7-9 years

$150,000

/yr

Submitted 2 days ago

7-9 years
2 days ago
Game Presenter

United States of America

 | 1-3 years

$35,020

/hr

$20 | $35K

Submitted 2 days ago

1-3 years
2 days ago

Graphics Programmer pay FAQ

The national average salary for a Graphics Programmer is $62,875 per year in United States. Filter by location to see a Graphics Programmer salaries in your area. Salaries estimates are based on 40 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by a Graphics Programmer employees.

The highest salary for a Graphics Programmer in United States is $91,552 per year.

The lowest salary for a Graphics Programmer in United States is $43,180 per year.

If you are thinking of becoming a Graphics Programmer or planning the next step in your career, find details about the role, the career path and salary trajectory of a Graphics Programmer.