Computer and Information Research Scientists Salary in Las Vegas, NV

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV

Median annual salary $130,350 -7.5% vs national
Median hourly $62.67
10th percentile $83,410
90th percentile $199,010
National median $140,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $83,410
    25th
    $98,370
    50th (median)
    $130,350
    75th
    $169,350
    90th
    $199,010

    Las Vegas economic context

    Unemployment rate 5.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $73,845 2023 • Census ACS
    Computer and Information Research Scientists salary vs area income 177% Median Computer and Information Research Scientists salary is 77% 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
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $111,930
    Jacksonville, FL $99,230

    Related occupations in Las Vegas, NV

    OccupationMedian salary
    Computer User Support Specialists $52,020
    Software Developers $129,400
    Computer Occupations, All Other $102,800
    Computer Systems Analysts $102,160
    Information Security Analysts $106,530
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators $97,750

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Computer and Information Research Scientists in Las Vegas, NV is $62.67, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $95.68 or more per hour.

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

    The median Computer and Information Research Scientists salary in Las Vegas, NV is 7.5% 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 Las Vegas?

    Entry-level Computer and Information Research Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $83,410 per year in Las Vegas, NV. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $98,370.