Computer and Information Research Scientists pay in Virginia
Computer and Information Research Scientists in Virginia earn an average of $164,260 a year. That is $10,330 (7%) more than the U.S. average of $153,930. The best-paying metro area is Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV at $165,880.
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Average pay for computer and information research scientists by metro area. Swipe to see all 4.
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Virginia vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $153,930 | $74.00 |
| Virginia | $164,260 | $78.97 |
| District of Columbia | $148,690 | $71.48 |
| Maryland | $148,630 | $71.46 |
| North Carolina | $136,080 | $65.42 |
| Tennessee | $116,810 | $56.16 |
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Average pay, Virginia, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do computer and information research scientists make in Virginia?
The average is $164,260 a year, and the median is $157,390. That is $10,330 (7%) more than the U.S. average of $153,930.
What is the hourly wage in Virginia?
$78.97 an hour on average; the median is $75.67.
Where in Virginia do they earn the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV ($165,880), followed by Richmond, VA ($160,770). The lowest average among 4 metro areas with data is Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC ($135,070).
How does Virginia rank?
Virginia ranks #7 of 35 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.