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Computer scientist salary in United States (Updated 2026)

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

Average base salary

$140,793
Average $140,793
Low $93,750
High $211,441

The average salary for a computer scientist is $140,793 per year in the United States. 309 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 12, 2026).

Computer Scientist job openings in United States

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Computer Scientist NH-1550-03
Air Force Test Center3.7out of 5 stars.
Edwards AFB, CA
$104,349 - $161,313 a year
Full-time
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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Analytic Services Inc
 
$215,000per year
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GAP Solutions, Inc.
 
$212,500per year
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Lawrence Livermore National La...
 
$195,586per year
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Institute for Defense Analyses
 
$188,753per year
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Highest paying cities for Computer Scientists near United States

  1. Livermore, CA
    $178,559 per year
  2. Annapolis Junction, MD
    $151,996 per year
  3. Fort Meade, MD
    $151,774 per year
  4. Washington, DC
    $148,532 per year
  5. Albuquerque, NM
    $146,659 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

Job openings
Average $76,263 per year

Senior Computer Scientist

Job openings
Average $163,107 per year