Employment of computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow 12 percent from 2018 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations. These occupations are projected to add about 546,200 new jobs. Demand for these workers will stem from greater emphasis on cloud computing, the collection and storage of big data, and information security.
The median annual wage for computer and information technology occupations was $88,240 in May 2019, which was higher than the median annual wage for all occupations of $39,810.
| Â | OCCUPATION | JOB SUMMARY | ENTRY-LEVEL EDUCATION  |
2019 MEDIAN PAY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Computer and Information Research Scientists |
Computer and information research scientists invent and design new approaches to computing technology and find innovative uses for existing technology. |
Master’s degree | $122,840 |
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Computer Network Architects |
Computer network architects design and build data communication networks, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), and Intranets. |
Bachelor’s degree | $112,690 |
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Computer Programmers |
Computer programmers write and test code that allows computer applications and software programs to function properly. |
Bachelor’s degree | $86,550 |
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Computer Support Specialists |
Computer support specialists provide help and advice to computer users and organizations. |
See How to Become One | $54,760 |
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Computer Systems Analysts |
Computer systems analysts study an organization’s current computer systems and find a solution that is more efficient and effective. |
Bachelor’s degree | $90,920 |
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Database Administrators |
Database administrators (DBAs) use specialized software to store and organize data. |
Bachelor’s degree | $93,750 |
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Information Security Analysts |
Information security analysts plan and carry out security measures to protect an organization’s computer networks and systems. |
Bachelor’s degree | $99,730 |
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Network and Computer Systems Administrators |
Network and computer systems administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operation of computer networks. |
Bachelor’s degree | $83,510 |
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Software Developers |
Software developers create the applications or systems that run on a computer or another device. |
Bachelor’s degree | $107,510 |
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Web Developers |
Web developers design and create websites. |
Associate’s degree | $73,760 |
2019 Median Pay
The wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less. Median wage data are from the BLS Occupational Employment Statistics survey.
Entry-level Education
Typical level of education that most workers need to enter this occupation.
