How Much Do Computer Scientists and Database Administrators Make?
Median annual salary and earnings of computer and information scientists, research, were $93,950 in May 2006. The middle 50 percent make between $71,930 and $118,100. The lowest 10 percent make less than $53,590, and the highest 10 percent make more than $144,880. Median annual salary and earnings of computer and information scientists employed in computer systems design and related services in May 2006 were $95,340. Median annual salary and earnings of database administrators were $64,670 in May 2006. The middle 50 percent make between $48,560 and $84,830. The lowest 10 percent make less than $37,350, and the highest 10 percent make more than $103,010. In May 2006, median annual salary and earnings of database administrators employed in computer systems design and related services were $72,510, and for those in management of companies and enterprises, salary and earnings were $67,680. Median annual salary and earnings of network systems and data communication analysts were $64,600 in
