Management Occupations
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Computer and Information Systems Managers

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SOC 11-3021
National Median Salary
$175,140
/year
Range: $107,550 – $297,510
↑ +15%
Growth 2023-2033
56
Annual Openings
A
Safety Grade
670,570
Total Employed

Requirements

Education Bachelor's degree
Experience 5 years or more

Top Paying States

Computer and Information Systems Managers professionals earn a national median of $175,140 per year according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, positioned in the Management Occupations occupational family under SOC code 11-3021. Approximately 670,570 Americans are currently employed in this role nationwide. The full percentile range stretches from $107,550 at the 10th percentile to $297,510 at the 90th, a spread that reflects differences in experience, specialization, employer type, and geographic market.

BLS Employment Projections expect the occupation to change by +15% between 2023 and 2033 — much faster than average growth relative to the 5% all-occupations baseline. That translates to roughly 56 annual openings from new positions, retirements, and turnover combined. Typical entry-level preparation is Bachelor's degree, with 5 years or more of prior experience generally expected. The occupation carries a WageDex workplace-safety grade of A, derived from BLS CFOI fatality rates and SOII injury rates.

Geographic wage variation is substantial: California currently leads all states at $218,290 for this occupation, while lower-cost regions pay correspondingly less. These gaps typically reflect cost-of-living differences, industry concentration (for example, finance hubs or tech clusters), and the relative supply of qualified workers in each labor market. Before treating this median as a personal benchmark, compare it against percentile position in your own metro, factor in employer-provided benefits that BLS wage surveys exclude, and remember that career-card data captures the occupation as it existed on the May 2025 reference date — not where it will be when you negotiate your next offer.

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Data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. Projections from BLS Employment Projections program, 2023–2033.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median salary for Computer and Information Systems Managers?
The median salary for Computer and Information Systems Managers is $175,140 per year according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025 OEWS data). This means half of workers in this occupation earn more and half earn less. The full range is $107,550 (10th percentile) to $297,510 (90th percentile).
Is Computer and Information Systems Managers a growing occupation?
The BLS projects +15% employment change for Computer and Information Systems Managers from 2023 to 2033. There are approximately 56 annual job openings. This is faster than average growth.
What education do you need to become a computer and information systems managers?
The typical entry-level education for Computer and Information Systems Managers is Bachelor's degree. Additionally, 5 years or more of work experience is typically required. These are BLS-reported typical requirements; individual employers may vary.
Which states pay computer and information systems managers the most?
The highest-paying states for Computer and Information Systems Managers are California ($218,290), Massachusetts ($214,960), New York ($214,300). Geographic wage variation reflects cost of living, industry concentration, and local labor market conditions.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — OES Occupational wage estimates by area and industry · 2025

All federal data sources used on this page
  • BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS / OES) — wage estimates by area + occupation. bls.gov/oes
  • BLS Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW) — quarterly employment and wage totals by industry. bls.gov/cew
  • U.S. Census Bureau ACS — demographic and labor-force context for metro/state aggregates. census.gov/programs-surveys/acs
  • BLS Current Employment Statistics (CES) — monthly nonfarm payroll baselines. bls.gov/ces
  • IRS Statistics of Income (SOI) — payroll-tax aggregate context. irs.gov/statistics
  • BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS) — unemployment context for labor-market comparisons. bls.gov/lau