Computer and Information Research Scientist Salary in North Carolina
Based on 600+ workers in North Carolina
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: June 2026
Median Annual Salary (NC)
$128,370
$61.716/hr
vs National Average
$133,027
-3.5% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$82K – $182K
600 employed in North Carolina
Salary Distribution — Computer and Information Research Scientist in North Carolina
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $82,410 |
| 25th percentile | $108,010 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $128,370 |
| 75th percentile | $162,910 |
| 90th percentile | $182,050 |
Historical Salary Trend — Computer and Information Research Scientist in North Carolina vs National
| Year | Median Salary (United States) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $101,340 |
| 2023 | $105,180 |
| 2024 | $124,490 |
| 2025 | $128,370 |
| Year | North Carolina Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $101,340 | $120,162 |
| 2023 | $105,180 | $127,853 |
| 2024 | $124,490 | $131,937 |
| 2025 | $128,370 | $133,027 |