Computer and Information Research Scientists pay in Florida
In Florida, the median pay for computer and information research scientists is $57.60 an hour ($119,810 a year). About 1,070 people work in this job there.
That is 15% lower than the U.S. median ($140,300). Florida ranks 26th of 35 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for computer and information research scientists in Florida
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $35.47 | $73,780 |
| 25% of workers | $45.32 | $94,270 |
| Half of workers (median) | $57.60 | $119,810 |
| 75% of workers | $74.72 | $155,420 |
| 90% of workers | $93.67 | $194,840 |
Computer and Information Research Scientists pay in Florida metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville | $170,850 | 60 |
| Jacksonville | $136,990 | 60 |
| Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach | $132,680 | 110 |
| Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford | $116,470 | 250 |
| Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater | $109,660 | 120 |
| Panama City-Panama City Beach | $105,660 | 140 |
Florida unemployment rate: 4.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for computer and information research scientists
- Typical education to start: Master's degree (BLS)
- Job outlook: +21.8% over ten years, much faster than average · about 2,900 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
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| Network and Computer Systems Administrators | $95,200 |
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