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Area Code:41860
Area Title:San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward, CA
OEWS/SOC Code:15-1131
OEWS/SOC Title:Computer Programmers
GeoLevel: 1

What is the Geographic Level (GeoLevel)?

  • If the data used to calculate the wage estimate came from the actual MSA or BOS area the GeoLevel code will equal "1".
  • If there were no releasable estimates for the desired area then the wages area for the area indicated plus its contiguous areas. This is signified by a GeoLevel "2".
  • If there was no releasable estimates for the area, or for the area plus contiguous areas the wage is calculated from statewide data, indicated by a GeoLevel equaling "3".
  • Finally, if there is no releasable estimate for the state, the national average is used. This is indicated by GeoLevel "4".

Level 1 Wage:$37.56 hour - $78,125 year
Level 2 Wage:$46.76 hour - $97,261 year
Level 3 Wage:$55.96 hour - $116,397 year
Level 4 Wage:$65.16 hour - $135,533 year

Mean Wage (H-2B):$55.96 hour - $116,397 year



This wage applies to the following O*NET occupations:

15-1131.00 Computer Programmers
Create, modify, and test the code, forms, and script that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software developers or other individuals. May assist software developers by analyzing user needs and designing software solutions. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.
OFLC JobZone: 4
Education & Training Code: No Level Set
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The offered wage must be at, or above the federal or state or local minimum wage, whichever is higher. The federal minimum wage is $7.25/hr effective July 24, 2009.

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