Computer Information Systems Analyst Salary in the United States

How much does a Computer Information Systems Analyst make in the United States?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Computer Information Systems Analyst in the United States is $74,306 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

However, a Computer Information Systems Analyst's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $86,360
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $68,469 to $80,616
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63,154
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Computer Information Systems Analyst Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $80,616 $6,718 $1,550 $39
Average $74,306 $6,192 $1,429 $36
25th Percentile $68,469 $5,706 $1,317 $33
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Key Factors That Influence Computer Information Systems Analyst Salaries

A Computer Information Systems Analyst'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Computer Information Systems Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computer Information Systems Analyst's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $75,186
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $89,039
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $110,556
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $130,735
  • Expert (over 8 years): $147,524
Levels Salary
Computer ... Level Computer Information Systems Analyst$75,186
IT System... Level Computer Information Systems Analyst$89,039
IT System... Level Computer Information Systems Analyst$110,556
IT System... Level Computer Information Systems Analyst$130,735
IT System... Level Computer Information Systems Analyst$147,524
$75,186 0 yr
$89,039 < 2 yrs
$110,556 2-4 yrs
$130,735 5-8 yrs
$147,524 > 8 yrs
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How Do Computer Information Systems Analyst 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 Computer Information Systems Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $82,272.
  • California: $81,960.
  • Massachusetts: $80,867.

Top Paying Cities for Computer Information Systems Analysts

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: $93,722
  • San Francisco: $92,801
  • Oakland: $90,743

What Skills Can Increase a Computer Information Systems Analyst's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 9.73% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Installation (Mentioned in 1.87% Job Postings): The action or process of installing someone or something, or of being installed. the act of installing the state of being installed, something that is installed for use.
  • ERP (Mentioned in 1.28% Job Postings): Enterprise resource planning (ERP) refers to a type of software that organizations use to manage day-to-day business activities such as accounting, procurement, project management, risk management and compliance, and supply chain operations.
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Analysis 9.73%
Installation 1.87%
ERP 1.28%
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 Computer Information Systems Analyst's salary.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Innovation: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Computer Science: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Leadership
 $77,278
4%
Innovation
 $76,535
3%
Computer Science
 $75,792
2%
Programming
 $75,792
2%
SQL
 $75,049
1%
Initiative
 $75,049
1%
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How Education impacts a Computer Information Systems Analyst's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Computer Information Systems Analysts enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Computer Information Systems Analyst with a Associate's Degree is between $67,935 and $71,918).

Computer Information Systems Analyst Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Computer Information Systems Analyst
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.6%
High School 8.6%
Associates 11.3%
Bachelors 57.6%
Masters 21.0%
Doctorate 0.9%
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Computer Information Systems Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Computer Information Systems Analyst'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.

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$68,469
Average $74,306/year
$80,616
$5,706
Average $6,192/month
$6,718
$1,317
Average $1,429/week
$1,550
$33
Average $36/hour
$39
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $80,616 $6,718 $1,550 $39
Average $74,306 $6,192 $1,429 $36
25th Percentile $68,469 $5,706 $1,317 $33

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Salary Trends for Computer Information Systems Analyst

Salaries for a Computer Information Systems Analyst can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $68,105 in 2023 to around $65,886 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Computer Information Systems Analyst salary trends, .

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