What are the main factors that influence an Associate Automation Programmer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Associate Automation Programmer?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Associate Automation Programmer roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

How does experience change An Associate Automation Programmer's salary?

An Associate Automation Programmer's salary grows with experience: starting around $69,913 for beginners, reaching about $98,385 at mid-level, and approach $158,402 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Associate Automation Programmer?

Associate Automation Programmer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Associate Automation Programmer roles are District of Columbia $90,642, California $90,298, Massachusetts $89,094. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Associate Automation Programmer roles make?

Salaries for Associate Automation Programmer level roles vary by specialization: Associate Statistical Programmer: $87,673; Associate Automation Developer: $84,644; Associate Programmer: $84,268; Automation Controls Technician I: $79,500; Marketing Automation Associate: $75,381.

Associate Automation Programmer Salary in Oregon

How much does an Associate Automation Programmer make in Oregon? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Automation Programmer in Oregon is $83,135 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

However, an Associate Automation Programmer's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,852
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,091 to $91,885
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,589

10% $71,589

50% (Median) $83,135

90% $99,852

Associate Automation Programmer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,885	$7,657	$1,767	$44
Average	$83,135	$6,928	$1,599	$40
25th Percentile	$77,091	$6,424	$1,483	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Associate Automation Programmer Salaries

An Associate Automation Programmer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Associate Automation Programmer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Associate Automation Programmer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $69,913
Early Career (1-2 years): $81,311
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $98,385
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $129,726
Expert (over 8 years): $158,402

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Research and Development Associate I	less than 1 year	$69,913
Associate Automation Programmer	1-2 years	$81,311
Research and Development Associate III	2-4 years	$98,385
Research and Development Associate IV	5-8 years	$129,726
Research and Development Associate V	over 8 years	$158,402

How Do Associate Automation Programmer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Associate Automation Programmers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $90,642.
California: $90,298.
Massachusetts: $89,094.

District of Columbia $90,642 California $90,298 Massachusetts $89,094 Washington $88,767 New Jersey $88,734 Alaska $88,620 Connecticut $87,490 New York $87,031

Hawaii $85,566 Rhode Island $84,878 Maryland $84,412 Minnesota $83,773 Colorado $83,527 Illinois $83,446 Oregon $83,135 Delaware $82,905

New Hampshire $82,761 Virginia $82,439 Pennsylvania $81,497 Nevada $81,022 North Dakota $80,867 Michigan $80,621 Wisconsin $80,531 Vermont $80,351

Texas $79,852 Maine $79,819 Arizona $79,770 Ohio $79,713 Georgia $78,959 Indiana $78,583 Wyoming $78,509 Utah $78,394

Iowa $78,345 Kansas $77,952 Louisiana $77,838 North Carolina $77,797 Missouri $77,781 Florida $77,461 Montana $77,289 Nebraska $77,126

Kentucky $77,036 South Carolina $76,708 Tennessee $76,503 Idaho $76,422 New Mexico $75,824 Oklahoma $75,693 Alabama $75,210 South Dakota $74,399

Arkansas $73,957 West Virginia $73,720 Mississippi $73,008

Top Paying Cities for Associate Automation Programmer

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Antelope: $79,128
Aurora: $83,926
Beaverton: $85,617

Antelope, OR $79,128

Aurora, OR $83,926

Beaverton, OR $85,617

Beavercreek, OR $84,216

Boring, OR $84,760

Bridal Veil, OR $84,629

Brightwood, OR $83,310

Canby, OR $83,982

Cascade Locks, OR $82,117

Clackamas, OR $85,585

Clatskanie, OR $81,965

Colton, OR $83,333

Columbia City, OR $84,085

Corbett, OR $84,214

Donald, OR $83,478

Dufur, OR $79,559

Eagle Creek, OR $84,396

Estacada, OR $83,130

Fairview, OR $85,438

Gervais, OR $82,592

Gladstone, OR $85,554

Government Camp, OR $81,795

Grass Valley, OR $79,306

Gresham, OR $85,411

Hood River, OR $81,648

Hubbard, OR $83,052

Kent, OR $79,127

Lake Oswego, OR $85,762

Marylhurst, OR $85,651

Maupin, OR $79,221

Molalla, OR $82,639

Moro, OR $79,473

Mosier, OR $80,806

Mount Hood Parkdale, OR $81,345

Mulino, OR $83,884

Odell, OR $81,461

Oregon City, OR $84,956

Rainier, OR $83,157

Rhododendron, OR $82,543

Rufus, OR $79,719

Saint Helens, OR $83,817

Warren, OR $84,285

Deer Island, OR $83,518

Sandy, OR $83,744

Scappoose, OR $84,171

Shaniko, OR $79,388

The Dalles, OR $79,999

Troutdale, OR $85,112

Tualatin, OR $85,365

Tygh Valley, OR $79,920

Vernonia, OR $82,900

Wasco, OR $79,539

Welches, OR $82,901

West Linn, OR $85,365

Wilsonville, OR $84,833

Woodburn, OR $82,770

Happy Valley, OR $85,701

Damascus, OR $85,273

Amity, OR $82,386

Arch Cape, OR $80,215

Astoria, OR $80,735

Banks, OR $84,039

Bay City, OR $80,552

Beaver, OR $80,963

Buxton, OR $83,528

Cannon Beach, OR $80,180

Carlton, OR $82,593

Cloverdale, OR $80,462

Cornelius, OR $84,667

Dayton, OR $82,646

Dundee, OR $83,311

Forest Grove, OR $83,994

Gales Creek, OR $83,058

Garibaldi, OR $80,560

Gaston, OR $83,560

Hammond, OR $79,820

Hebo, OR $80,724

Hillsboro, OR $84,900

Manning, OR $83,619

Lafayette, OR $82,746

Mcminnville, OR $82,342

Manzanita, OR $80,454

Nehalem, OR $80,668

Newberg, OR $84,054

North Plains, OR $84,512

Oceanside, OR $80,275

Pacific City, OR $80,467

Rockaway Beach, OR $80,451

Saint Paul, OR $83,007

Seaside, OR $80,895

Sherwood, OR $84,927

Tillamook, OR $81,020

Netarts, OR $80,350

Timber, OR $83,019

Tolovana Park, OR $80,192

Warrenton, OR $80,157

Wheeler, OR $80,660

Yamhill, OR $82,850

Neskowin, OR $80,425

Portland, OR $85,779

Salem, OR $82,660

Keizer, OR $82,675

Albany, OR $81,845

Alsea, OR $80,453

Aumsville, OR $82,502

Blodgett, OR $80,544

Brownsville, OR $80,990

Cascadia, OR $80,033

Corvallis, OR $81,650

Crabtree, OR $81,762

Crawfordsville, OR $80,949

Dallas, OR $82,248

Depoe Bay, OR $80,144

Detroit, OR $79,825

Eddyville, OR $80,114

Falls City, OR $81,845

Foster, OR $80,661

Gates, OR $81,365

Grand Ronde, OR $81,506

Halsey, OR $81,004

Idanha, OR $79,889

Independence, OR $82,556

Jefferson, OR $82,379

Lebanon, OR $81,072

Logsden, OR $80,451

Lyons, OR $81,537

Mill City, OR $81,543

Monmouth, OR $82,031

Mount Angel, OR $82,570

Neotsu, OR $80,520

Newport, OR $79,988

South Beach, OR $79,727

Lincoln City, OR $80,421

Otis, OR $80,579

Otter Rock, OR $80,003

Philomath, OR $80,830

Rickreall, OR $82,570

Rose Lodge, OR $80,660

Saint Benedict, OR $82,559

Scio, OR $81,901

Scotts Mills, OR $82,365

Seal Rock, OR $79,633

Shedd, OR $80,970

Sheridan, OR $82,065

Siletz, OR $80,300

Silverton, OR $82,390

Stayton, OR $82,164

Mehama, OR $81,945

Sublimity, OR $82,299

Sweet Home, OR $80,807

Gleneden Beach, OR $80,231

Tangent, OR $81,116

Tidewater, OR $79,920

Toledo, OR $80,013

Turner, OR $82,515

Waldport, OR $79,731

Willamina, OR $81,783

Eugene, OR $81,514

Agness, OR $78,906

Allegany, OR $79,001

Alvadore, OR $81,435

Azalea, OR $79,829

Bandon, OR $79,063

Blachly, OR $80,741

Blue River, OR $79,493

Broadbent, OR $78,941

Brookings, OR $79,398

Camas Valley, OR $78,985

Canyonville, OR $79,575

Cheshire, OR $81,042

Coos Bay, OR $79,025

Coquille, OR $79,031

Cottage Grove, OR $80,769

Crescent Lake, OR $79,135

Creswell, OR $81,247

Culp Creek, OR $80,430

Curtin, OR $80,709

Days Creek, OR $79,471

Deadwood, OR $80,407

Dexter, OR $81,013

Dillard, OR $79,237

Dorena, OR $80,188

Drain, OR $80,417

Elkton, OR $79,852

Elmira, OR $81,149

Fall Creek, OR $80,905

Florence, OR $79,780

Gardiner, OR $79,132

Glendale, OR $79,663

Glide, OR $79,324

Gold Beach, OR $79,159

Harrisburg, OR $81,310

Idleyld Park, OR $79,132

Junction City, OR $81,257

Lakeside, OR $79,157

Langlois, OR $78,985

Lorane, OR $80,927

Lowell, OR $80,896

Mapleton, OR $79,950

Marcola, OR $81,150

Pleasant Hill, OR $81,368

Monroe, OR $80,895

Myrtle Creek, OR $79,244

Myrtle Point, OR $78,972

North Bend, OR $79,027

Noti, OR $80,877

Oakland, OR $79,728

Oakridge, OR $80,095

Ophir, OR $79,151

Port Orford, OR $79,042

Powers, OR $79,026

Reedsport, OR $79,586

Riddle, OR $79,406

Roseburg, OR $79,351

Scottsburg, OR $79,446

Springfield, OR $81,350

Sixes, OR $78,976

Sutherlin, OR $79,768

Swisshome, OR $80,038

Tenmile, OR $79,064

Thurston, OR $81,387

Tiller, OR $79,542

Umpqua, OR $79,284

Veneta, OR $81,080

Vida, OR $80,462

Walterville, OR $80,843

Walton, OR $80,577

Wedderburn, OR $79,206

Westfir, OR $80,361

Westlake, OR $79,555

Wilbur, OR $79,425

Winchester, OR $79,431

Winston, OR $79,080

Wolf Creek, OR $79,808

Yachats, OR $79,747

Yoncalla, OR $80,195

Medford, OR $81,153

Central Point, OR $81,040

White City, OR $80,530

Ashland, OR $80,566

Butte Falls, OR $80,047

Cave Junction, OR $79,821

Eagle Point, OR $80,701

Gold Hill, OR $80,847

Grants Pass, OR $80,212

Jacksonville, OR $80,700

Kerby, OR $79,945

Merlin, OR $79,695

Murphy, OR $80,518

O Brien, OR $79,781

Phoenix, OR $81,128

Prospect, OR $79,846

Rogue River, OR $80,481

Selma, OR $79,746

Shady Cove, OR $80,589

Talent, OR $80,973

Trail, OR $79,974

Wilderville, OR $79,914

Williams, OR $80,449

Klamath Falls, OR $79,831

Crater Lake, OR $78,973

Adel, OR $79,380

Beatty, OR $79,178

Bly, OR $79,254

Bonanza, OR $79,321

Chiloquin, OR $79,313

Dairy, OR $79,278

Fort Klamath, OR $79,287

Keno, OR $79,863

Lakeview, OR $79,446

Malin, OR $79,424

Merrill, OR $79,457

Midland, OR $79,542

New Pine Creek, OR $79,624

Paisley, OR $79,251

Plush, OR $79,343

Silver Lake, OR $79,222

Sprague River, OR $79,243

Summer Lake, OR $79,147

Christmas Valley, OR $79,279

Bend, OR $79,463

Fields, OR $79,363

Ashwood, OR $79,109

Brothers, OR $79,183

Burns, OR $79,375

Princeton, OR $79,225

Diamond, OR $79,173

Camp Sherman, OR $79,233

Chemult, OR $79,175

Crane, OR $79,312

Crescent, OR $79,135

Culver, OR $79,293

Fort Rock, OR $79,233

Frenchglen, OR $79,166

Gilchrist, OR $79,288

Hines, OR $79,392

La Pine, OR $79,374

Madras, OR $79,348

Mitchell, OR $79,172

Paulina, OR $79,203

Post, OR $79,167

Powell Butte, OR $79,356

Prineville, OR $79,360

Redmond, OR $79,472

Riley, OR $79,162

Sisters, OR $79,234

Terrebonne, OR $79,392

Warm Springs, OR $79,248

Pendleton, OR $81,916

Adams, OR $80,309

Arlington, OR $79,397

Athena, OR $82,097

Baker City, OR $79,444

Bates, OR $79,224

Boardman, OR $81,550

Bridgeport, OR $79,240

Canyon City, OR $79,352

Condon, OR $79,208

Cove, OR $79,362

Dayville, OR $79,266

Echo, OR $82,147

Elgin, OR $79,378

Enterprise, OR $79,194

Fossil, OR $79,221

Haines, OR $79,397

Halfway, OR $79,224

Helix, OR $84,032

Heppner, OR $79,258

Hereford, OR $79,275

Hermiston, OR $84,489

Lexington, OR $80,715

Oxbow, OR $78,865

Imbler, OR $79,421

Imnaha, OR $78,669

Ione, OR $79,375

Irrigon, OR $83,934

John Day, OR $79,480

Joseph, OR $79,102

Kimberly, OR $79,242

La Grande, OR $79,469

Long Creek, OR $79,256

Lostine, OR $79,292

Meacham, OR $79,396

Mikkalo, OR $79,494

Milton Freewater, OR $81,335

Monument, OR $79,239

Mount Vernon, OR $79,347

North Powder, OR $79,362

Pilot Rock, OR $79,653

Prairie City, OR $79,405

Richland, OR $79,144

Seneca, OR $79,356

Spray, OR $79,236

Stanfield, OR $84,267

Summerville, OR $79,388

Sumpter, OR $79,321

Ukiah, OR $79,243

Umatilla, OR $84,893

Union, OR $79,379

Unity, OR $79,363

Wallowa, OR $79,401

Weston, OR $80,527

Adrian, OR $78,051

Arock, OR $78,885

Brogan, OR $79,207

Drewsey, OR $79,306

Durkee, OR $79,153

Harper, OR $78,983

Huntington, OR $79,215

Ironside, OR $79,248

Jamieson, OR $78,997

Jordan Valley, OR $78,898

Juntura, OR $79,248

Nyssa, OR $78,431

Ontario, OR $78,602

Riverside, OR $79,167

Vale, OR $79,019

Westfall, OR $79,272

Associate Automation Programmer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Associate Automation Programmer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Associate Automation Programmer positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Associate Automation Programmer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Associate Automation Programmer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$112,232	$54.0	35%
Internet	$99,761	$48.0	20%
Aerospace & Defense	$95,605	$46.0	15%
Energy & Utilities	$91,448	$44.0	10%
Insurance	$91,448	$44.0	10%

Associate Automation Programmer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Associate Automation Programmer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

$77,091

Average $83,135/year

$91,885

$6,424

Average $6,928/month

$7,657

$1,483

Average $1,599/week

$1,767

$37

Average $40/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,885	$7,657	$1,767	$44
Average	$83,135	$6,928	$1,599	$40
25th Percentile	$77,091	$6,424	$1,483	$37

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