Computer and Information Research Scientists pay in Washington
Computer and Information Research Scientists in Washington earn an average of $194,360 a year. That is $40,430 (26%) more than the U.S. average of $153,930. The best-paying metro area is Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA at $223,160.
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Average pay by state
Washington vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $153,930 | $74.00 |
| Washington | $194,360 | $93.44 |
| Oregon | $215,420 | $103.57 |
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- Software Developers$171,040
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Average pay, Washington, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do computer and information research scientists make in Washington?
The average is $194,360 a year, and the median is $202,400. That is $40,430 (26%) more than the U.S. average of $153,930.
What is the hourly wage in Washington?
$93.44 an hour on average; the median is $97.31.
Where in Washington do they earn the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA ($223,160), followed by Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA ($203,260). The lowest average among 3 metro areas with data is Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA ($119,600).
How does Washington rank?
Washington ranks #3 of 35 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.