Computer and Information Research Scientist Salary in District of Columbia
Based on 330+ workers in District of Columbia
Data year: 2024 · Last updated: May 2026
Median Annual Salary (DC)
$153,630
$73.861/hr
vs National Average
$131,937
+16.4% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$99K – $192K
330 employed in District of Columbia
Salary Distribution — Computer and Information Research Scientist in District of Columbia
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $98,510 |
| 25th percentile | $118,450 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $153,630 |
| 75th percentile | $179,050 |
| 90th percentile | $191,880 |
Historical Salary Trend — Computer and Information Research Scientist in District of Columbia vs National
| Year | Median Salary (United States) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $125,650 |
| 2023 | $145,780 |
| 2024 | $153,630 |
| Year | District of Columbia Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $125,650 | $120,162 |
| 2023 | $145,780 | $127,853 |
| 2024 | $153,630 | $131,937 |