Computer and Information Research Scientist Salary in New Jersey
Based on 2K+ workers in New Jersey
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: June 2026
Median Annual Salary (NJ)
$140,840
$67.712/hr
vs National Average
$133,027
+5.9% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$86K – $210K
2K employed in New Jersey
Salary Distribution — Computer and Information Research Scientist in New Jersey
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $85,780 |
| 25th percentile | $107,860 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $140,840 |
| 75th percentile | $170,890 |
| 90th percentile | $209,850 |
Top H-1B Employers for Computer and Information Research Scientist in New Jersey
Companies that filed the most H-1B (LCA) applications for this role in New Jersey — ranked by application count.
| # | Employer | Applications | Median Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AT&T SERVICES, INC. | 6 | $194,162 |
Source: U.S. Department of Labor OFLC LCA Disclosure Data, FY2026.
Historical Salary Trend — Computer and Information Research Scientist in New Jersey vs National
| Year | Median Salary (United States) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $115,110 |
| 2023 | $129,950 |
| 2024 | $146,290 |
| 2025 | $140,840 |
| Year | New Jersey Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $115,110 | $120,162 |
| 2023 | $129,950 | $127,853 |
| 2024 | $146,290 | $131,937 |
| 2025 | $140,840 | $133,027 |