Computer and Information Research Scientists Salary in Atlanta, GA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA

Median annual salary $124,150 -11.9% vs national
Median hourly $59.69
10th percentile $63,080
90th percentile $200,800
Employed locally 100
National median $140,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $63,080
    25th
    $99,910
    50th (median)
    $124,150
    75th
    $160,600
    90th
    $200,800

    Atlanta economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $86,338 2023 • Census ACS
    Computer and Information Research Scientists salary vs area income 144% Median Computer and Information Research Scientists salary is 44% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Computer and Information Research Scientists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $232,120
    Richmond, VA $231,930
    Washington $221,990
    Rochester, NY $204,340
    New York $197,390
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $191,880

    Nearby metros — Computer and Information Research Scientists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV $130,350
    Michigan $105,960
    Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC $100,670
    Warner Robins, GA $89,500

    Related occupations in Atlanta, GA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Software Developers $130,830
    Computer User Support Specialists $59,510
    Computer Occupations, All Other $102,770
    Computer Systems Analysts $108,570
    Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers $94,120
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators $98,240

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Computer and Information Research Scientists make per hour in Atlanta?

    The median hourly wage for Computer and Information Research Scientists in Atlanta, GA is $59.69, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $119.77 or more per hour.

    Is Atlanta above or below average for Computer and Information Research Scientists salaries?

    The median Computer and Information Research Scientists salary in Atlanta, GA is 11.9% below the national median of $140,910. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Computer and Information Research Scientists in Atlanta?

    Entry-level Computer and Information Research Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $63,080 per year in Atlanta, GA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $99,910.