Computer and Information Research Scientist Salary in Kentucky
Based on 90+ workers in Kentucky
Data year: 2024 · Last updated: May 2026
Median Annual Salary (KY)
$82,860
$39.837/hr
vs National Average
$131,937
-37.2% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$68K – $130K
90 employed in Kentucky
Salary Distribution — Computer and Information Research Scientist in Kentucky
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $67,590 |
| 25th percentile | $79,700 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $82,860 |
| 75th percentile | $102,770 |
| 90th percentile | $130,150 |
Historical Salary Trend — Computer and Information Research Scientist in Kentucky vs National
| Year | Median Salary (United States) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $90,190 |
| 2023 | $116,250 |
| 2024 | $82,860 |
| Year | Kentucky Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $90,190 | $120,162 |
| 2023 | $116,250 | $127,853 |
| 2024 | $82,860 | $131,937 |