Computer Systems Engineers/Architects Salary in District of Columbia
Computer Systems Engineers/Architects in District of Columbia earn a median of $156,590 a year, +34% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Computer Occupations, All Other”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $156,590
- vs. U.S. median
- +34% ($116,580)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 17,200
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $87,400; the top 10% earn over $207,700. Nationally the range is $55,940 to $188,470.
States ranked near District of Columbia
Similar jobs in District of Columbia
- Computer Network Architects$137,670 median in District of Columbia
- Information Security Analysts$135,090 median in District of Columbia
- Database Administrators$118,540 median in District of Columbia
- Computer Systems Analysts$116,820 median in District of Columbia
- Penetration Testers$156,590 median in District of Columbia (broader BLS group)
- Information Security Engineers$156,590 median in District of Columbia (broader BLS group)
Computer Systems Engineers/Architects pay in District of Columbia
How much do computer systems engineers/architects make in District of Columbia?
The median is $156,590 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $87,400 and the top 10% earn over $207,700. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for computer systems engineers/architects?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 51 (+34% vs. the national median of $116,580). Living costs are not included.