Computer and Information Research Scientists Salary in Tucson, AZ

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Tucson, AZ

Median annual salary $58,090 -58.8% vs national
Median hourly $27.93
10th percentile $58,090
90th percentile $127,150
Employed locally 60
National median $140,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $58,090
    25th
    $58,090
    50th (median)
    $58,090
    75th
    $99,470
    90th
    $127,150

    Tucson economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.60% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,929 2023 • Census ACS
    Computer and Information Research Scientists salary vs area income 86% Median Computer and Information Research Scientists salary is 14% below 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
    Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ $163,100
    Sierra Vista-Douglas, AZ $129,810

    Related occupations in Tucson, AZ

    OccupationMedian salary
    Software Developers $114,230
    Computer User Support Specialists $57,520
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators $90,910
    Computer Systems Analysts $96,970
    Information Security Analysts $88,520
    Computer Occupations, All Other $100,130

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Computer and Information Research Scientists in Tucson, AZ is $27.93, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.90 or more per hour.

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

    The median Computer and Information Research Scientists salary in Tucson, AZ is 58.8% 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 Tucson?

    Entry-level Computer and Information Research Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $58,090 per year in Tucson, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $58,090.