Programmer salary in Norway
Market pay for programmers in Norway, based on official statistics (SSB). See the range, what drives the pay, and tailor it to your own experience.
A programmer in Norway typically earns NOK 850,000 a year (median, Statistics Norway). The market range for programmers runs from NOK 743,000 to NOK 1,014,000.
Last updated 9 June 2026
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Programmerer
849,600 kr/yr
Your estimate
As a programmer the median annual salary is around 850,000 NOK, according to Statistics Norway. Most earn between 743,000 NOK and 1,014,000 NOK, where experience, tech stack and industry decide where you land. Developers in tech companies and consultancies with specialist skills tend to sit in the upper part of the range.
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Frequently asked questions
What does a programmer earn in Norway?
A programmer typically earns NOK 850,000 a year (median from Statistics Norway). Most programmers fall between NOK 743,000 and NOK 1,014,000.
What is the salary range for programmers?
The lower quartile is NOK 743,000 and the upper quartile NOK 1,014,000 a year. Where you land depends on region, seniority and specialisation.
How can a programmer get a raise?
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Where do the salary numbers come from?
From official salary statistics (Statistics Norway, SSB), matched to the role. The numbers are estimates: actual pay varies with region, experience and employer.