Computer and Information Research Scientists pay in Utah
In Utah, the median pay for computer and information research scientists is $45.53 an hour ($94,700 a year). About 1,250 people work in this job there.
That is 33% lower than the U.S. median ($140,300). Utah ranks 31st of 35 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for computer and information research scientists in Utah
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $35.09 | $72,990 |
| 25% of workers | $37.47 | $77,940 |
| Half of workers (median) | $45.53 | $94,700 |
| 75% of workers | $61.02 | $126,920 |
| 90% of workers | $81.68 | $169,890 |
Computer and Information Research Scientists pay in Utah metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Ogden | $96,740 | 810 |
Utah unemployment rate: 3.5% (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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