Computer and Information Research Scientists pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for computer and information research scientists is $97.31 an hour ($202,400 a year). About 2,050 people work in this job there.
That is 44% higher than the U.S. median ($140,300). Washington ranks 2nd of 35 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for computer and information research scientists in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $46.10 | $95,890 |
| 25% of workers | $63.58 | $132,240 |
| Half of workers (median) | $97.31 | $202,400 |
| 75% of workers | $112.57 | $234,150 |
| 90% of workers | $135.12 | $281,050 |
Computer and Information Research Scientists pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $211,270 | 1,620 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard | $109,550 | 110 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (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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