Computer and Information Research Scientists Salary in District of Columbia
Computer and Information Research Scientists in District of Columbia earn a median of $144,190 a year, +3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $144,190
- vs. U.S. median
- +3% ($140,300)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 330
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $100,010; the top 10% earn over $196,640. Nationally the range is $82,200 to $230,630.
States ranked near District of Columbia
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Computer and Information Research Scientists pay in District of Columbia
How much do computer and information research scientists make in District of Columbia?
The median is $144,190 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $100,010 and the top 10% earn over $196,640. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for computer and information research scientists?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 35 (+3% vs. the national median of $140,300). Living costs are not included.