How much does a computer systems analyst make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for computer systems analysts in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $61.08 an hour or $10,590 a month.
- Hourly
- $61.08
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among cities
- 13 of 362
- Jobs in the area
- 18,620
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $77,910 | $37.46 | |
| 25th | $99,690 | $47.93 | |
| Median | $127,000 | $61.08 | |
| 75th | $161,300 | $77.55 | |
| 90th | $195,100 | $93.81 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for computer systems analysts.
| 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 and Information Research Scientist | $161,100 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a computer systems analyst make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $61.08 ($127,000 a year).
Do computer systems analysts make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $127,000 against $105,900 nationally, 20% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $116,800, so Washington pays 9% more.
Where does Washington rank for computer systems analyst pay?
13 of 362 metro areas with data.
How much does a computer systems analyst make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $77,910 or less a year; the top 10% make $195,100 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.