Computational Mathematician Salary in the United States

How much does a Computational Mathematician make in the United States?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Computational Mathematician in the United States is $60,915 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, a Computational Mathematician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $78,106
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,710 to $69,913
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,419
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Computational Mathematician Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $69,913 $5,826 $1,344 $34
Average $60,915 $5,076 $1,171 $29
25th Percentile $50,710 $4,226 $975 $24
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Key Factors That Influence Computational Mathematician Salaries

A Computational Mathematician's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Computational Mathematician Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Computational Mathematicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $67,445.
  • California: $67,189.
  • Massachusetts: $66,294.

Top Paying Cities for Computational Mathematicians

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $76,832
  • San Francisco: $76,077
  • Oakland: $74,389

What Skills Can Increase a Computational Mathematician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 8.99% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Preventative Maintenance (Mentioned in 2.64% Job Postings): Developing and implementing maintenance strategies to increase equipment life expectancy and avoid unplanned downtime.
  • Organizational Management (Mentioned in 1.71% Job Postings): Organization management refers to the art of getting people together on a common platform to make them work towards a common predefined goal.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 8.99%
Preventative Maintenance 2.64%
Organizational Management 1.71%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Computational Mathematician's salary.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Customer Service: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Leadership
$63,961
5%
Customer Service
$62,133
2%
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Computational Mathematician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Computational Mathematician's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

Salary Trends for Computational Mathematician

Salaries for a Computational Mathematician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $56,090 in 2023 to around $56,837 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Computational Mathematician salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Computational Mathematician Over Time

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