How Much Does A Game Programmer Make ?
Average Salary for Game Programmer
Game Programmer in America make an average salary of $85,850 per year or $41.27 per hour. The top 10 percent makes over $86,700 per year, while the bottom 10 percent under $85,000 per year.
Most Common Game Programmer Benefits
Relocation Assistance
Retirement Plan
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Health Insurance
Health Savings Account
Game Programmer Salary Details
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What is Game Programmer Salary
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Monthly Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $86,700 | $7,225 | $42.00 |
| 75th Percentile | $86,700 | $7,225 | $42.00 |
| Average | $85,850 | $7,154 | $41.00 |
| 25th Percentile | $85,000 | $7,083 | $41.00 |
| 10th Percentile | $85,000 | $7,083 | $41.00 |
Middle Level
Yearly Salary
$85,850Hourly Salary
$41.27Game Programmer Pay Trends
Compare salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
Average Game Programmer Salary Over Time
Game Programmer Salary by Year
| Year | Average Salary | Hourly Rate | %Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $94,021 | $45.00 | 5.65% |
| 2023 | $88,994 | $43.00 | 11.65% |
| 2022 | $79,709 | $38.00 | 5.62% |
| 2021 | $84,451 | $41.00 | 2.57% |
| 2020 | $82,337 | $40.00 | 4.83% |
| 2019 | $78,545 | $38.00 | 0% |
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