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How much does Principal Statistical Programmer make?
Total pay range
$143K - $249K/yr
$188K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$100K - $168K/yrBase pay
$44K - $82K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Apr 10, 2025270 Salaries submitted
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Top paying industries
The top 3 paying industries for Principal Statistical Programmer in United States are Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology with a median total pay of $176,549, Information Technology with a median total pay of $149,375 and Healthcare with a median total pay of $137,364.
Frequently asked questions about Principal Statistical Programmer salaries
The average salary for Principal Statistical Programmer is $187,605 per year or $90 per hour, with top earners making up to $318,494 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $143,443 (25th percentile) to $249,292 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 270 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Principal Statistical Programmer employees.
The highest salary for Principal Statistical Programmer is $249,292 per year, $20,774 per month or $120 per hour.
The lowest salary for Principal Statistical Programmer is $143,443 per year, $11,954 per month or $69 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Principal Statistical Programmer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $84,961 per year (estimate) and goes up to $247,294 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
Popular companies for Principal Statistical Programmers
inVentiv Health
Bristol Myers Squibb
Takeda Pharmaceuticals
CSG, Inc.
MaxisIT