Computer and Information Research Scientists Salary in El Paso, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • El Paso, TX

Median annual salary $90,980 -35.4% vs national
Median hourly $43.74
10th percentile $55,750
90th percentile $151,900
Employed locally 70
National median $140,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $55,750
    25th
    $72,680
    50th (median)
    $90,980
    75th
    $111,160
    90th
    $151,900

    El Paso economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $58,800 2023 • Census ACS
    Computer and Information Research Scientists salary vs area income 155% Median Computer and Information Research Scientists salary is 55% 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
    Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX $112,760
    Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX $102,820
    Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX $97,090
    San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX $87,120

    Related occupations in El Paso, TX

    OccupationMedian salary
    Software Developers $121,160
    Computer User Support Specialists $44,050
    Computer Occupations, All Other $92,520
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators $77,210
    Computer Systems Analysts $86,170
    Computer Network Support Specialists $57,380

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Computer and Information Research Scientists in El Paso, TX is $43.74, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $73.03 or more per hour.

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

    The median Computer and Information Research Scientists salary in El Paso, TX is 35.4% 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 El Paso?

    Entry-level Computer and Information Research Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $55,750 per year in El Paso, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $72,680.