Computer and Information Research Scientists Salary in Pennsylvania
Computer and Information Research Scientists in Pennsylvania earn a median of $130,300 a year, −7% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $130,300
- vs. U.S. median
- −7% ($140,300)
- Rank among states
- 19 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 330
Pay range in Pennsylvania
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $83,330; the top 10% earn over $175,480. Nationally the range is $82,200 to $230,630.
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Computer and Information Research Scientists pay in Pennsylvania
How much do computer and information research scientists make in Pennsylvania?
The median is $130,300 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $83,330 and the top 10% earn over $175,480. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Pennsylvania a good state for computer and information research scientists?
On pay alone it ranks 19 of 35 (−7% vs. the national median of $140,300). Living costs are not included.