Computer scientist: Average Salary in United States of America, 2026

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How much does a Computer scientist make in United States of America?

$104,000/ Annual
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The average Computer scientist in United States of America is $104,000 per year or $52.63 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $75,572 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $159,782 per year.

Median$104,000

Low$75,572

High$159,782

Computer scientist: Average Salary in United States of America

Washington$132,205

Virginia$129,256

New Mexico$129,125

California$125,715

West Virginia$125,550

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