SOC 15-1221 · California · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Computer and Information Research Scientists in California is $166,261 per year ($79.93/hr). This is 18% higher than the national median of $140,899. The middle 50% earn between $121,198 and $213,827 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $273,911.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $45.76 | $95,182 | +18.0% |
| P25 | $58.27 | $121,198 | +18.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $79.93 | $166,261 | +18.0% |
| P75 | $102.80 | $213,827 | +18.0% |
| P90 | $131.69 | $273,911 | +18.0% |
Information sector openings declined modestly (-9K) in February. Quit rates dropped to 1.3%, the lowest in a decade. The "Great Stay" is strongest in tech: employees are staying put, giving employers maximum leverage on new offers.
The median (P50) annual salary for Computer and Information Research Scientists in California is approximately $166,261, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 18% higher than the national median of $140,899.
Entry-level Computer and Information Research Scientists (10th percentile) in California earn approximately $95,182 per year. The 25th percentile is $121,198. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $273,911.
California pays 18% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $140,899 vs $166,261 in California. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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