How much does a computer and information research scientist make in Arizona?
$129,800a year
Median yearly pay for computer and information research scientists in Arizona. That is $62.38 an hour or $10,810 a month.
- Hourly
- $62.38
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 360
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,870Median: $129,800Highest 10%: $386,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,870 | $30.23 | |
| 25th | $96,300 | $46.30 | |
| Median | $129,800 | $62.38 | |
| 75th | $165,000 | $79.31 | |
| 90th | $386,300 | $185.72 |
Cities in Arizona
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Phoenix, AZ | $164,500 |
| Tucson, AZ | $79,580 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for computer and information research scientists.
| 17. Colorado | $133,200 |
| 18. Connecticut | $131,700 |
| 19. Pennsylvania | $130,300 |
| 20. Arizona | $129,800 |
| 21. North Carolina | $128,400 |
| 22. Missouri | $127,800 |
| 23. South Carolina | $127,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a computer and information research scientist make an hour in Arizona?
The median hourly pay in Arizona is $62.38 ($129,800 a year).
Do computer and information research scientists make more in Arizona than the national average?
No: $129,800 against $140,300 nationally, 8% less.
Where does Arizona rank for computer and information research scientist pay?
Arizona ranks 20 of 35 states.
Which city in Arizona pays computer and information research scientists the most?
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ, with a median of $164,500 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.