How much does a computer and information research scientist make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for computer and information research scientists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $77.45 an hour or $13,420 a month.
- Hourly
- $77.45
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among cities
- 16 of 70
- Jobs in the area
- 3,420
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $103,400 | $49.73 | |
| 25th | $129,700 | $62.37 | |
| Median | $161,100 | $77.45 | |
| 75th | $201,200 | $96.72 | |
| 90th | $223,800 | $107.60 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for computer and information research scientists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Mathematician | $164,500 |
| Database Architect | $162,900 |
| Computer Network Architect | $159,800 |
| Computer Occupation | $156,600 |
| Software Developer | $154,900 |
| Information Security Analyst | $149,000 |
| Actuary | $144,700 |
| Statistician | $136,700 |
| Web Developer | $134,400 |
| Data Scientist | $132,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a computer and information research scientist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $77.45 ($161,100 a year).
Do computer and information research scientists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $161,100 against $140,300 nationally, 15% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $144,200, so Washington pays 12% more.
Where does Washington rank for computer and information research scientist pay?
16 of 70 metro areas with data.
How much does a computer and information research scientist make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $103,400 or less a year; the top 10% make $223,800 or more.
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.