Computer & Information Research Scientist Salary in West Virginia

Conducts research on fundamental computer and information science problems and develops new technology.

State Average
$183,949
across 6 metros
vs National Avg
+33.7%
national: $137,605
Metros Covered
6
6 above national avg
Highest Metro
$187,013
Beckley

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6 metros shown

Metro AreaLevel ILevel IILevel IIILevel IVAverage
Beckley, WVWV$99K$143K$187K$230K$187K
Charleston, WVWV$99K$143K$187K$230K$187K
Morgantown, WVWV$99K$143K$187K$230K$187K
Parkersburg-Vienna, WVWV$99K$143K$187K$230K$187K
Southern West Virginia nonmetropolitan areaWV$99K$143K$187K$230K$187K
Northern West Virginia nonmetropolitan areaWV$89K$129K$168K$208K$169K

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Data source: Salary data sourced from the U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, which surveys employers nationwide to collect wage data by occupation and geography. The four experience levels reflect DOL standardized tiers. Data reflects the most recently published survey cycle.