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Computer scientist salary in United States

How much does a Computer Scientist make in the United States?

Average base salary

$140,183
Average $140,183
Low $90,373
High $217,448

The average salary for a computer scientist is $140,183 per year in the United States. 323 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated May 11, 2026).

Computer Scientist job openings in United States

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Computer Scientist I
JT43.7out of 5 stars.
Edwards, CA
$122,408 - $150,000 a year
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Computer Scientist in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
North Wind Group
 
$236,340per year
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Intelliswift Software
 
$219,704per year
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Lawrence Livermore National La...
 
$195,527per year
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Institute for Defense Analyses
 
$188,753per year
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Systems Planning and Analysis,...
 
$186,250per year
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Prescient Edge
 
$182,500per year
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Highest paying cities for Computer Scientists near United States

  1. Livermore, CA
    $176,010 per year
  2. Annapolis Junction, MD
    $154,666 per year
  3. Fort Meade, MD
    $149,032 per year
  4. Washington, DC
    $146,020 per year
  5. Albuquerque, NM
    $138,012 per year

Where can a Computer Scientist earn more?

Compare salaries for Computer Scientists in different locations
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How much do similar professions as Computer Scientist get paid in United States?

Junior Computer Scientist

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Average $76,263 per year

Senior Computer Scientist

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Average $161,854 per year