Computer Systems Analysts
Analyze science, engineering, business, and other data processing problems to develop and implement solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions, improve existing computer systems, and review computer system capabilities, workflow, and schedule limitations. May analyze or recommend commercially available software.Salary by State
| State Name | Employment | Annual Salary | Hourly Salary | |
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| Alabama | 4,360 | $103,080 | $49.56 | |
| Alaska | 270 | $95,120 | $45.73 | |
| Arizona | 11,270 | $98,470 | $47.34 | |
| Arkansas | 2,600 | $72,010 | $34.62 | |
| California | 57,910 | $119,460 | $57.44 | |
| Colorado | 10,730 | $110,080 | $52.93 | |
| Connecticut | 6,320 | $103,910 | $49.96 | |
| Delaware | 2,120 | $99,410 | $47.79 | |
| District of Columbia | 2,230 | $118,050 | $56.76 | |
| Florida | 24,260 | $92,720 | $44.58 | |
| Georgia | 14,880 | $101,040 | $48.58 | |
| Hawaii | 1,890 | $88,660 | $42.62 | |
| Idaho | 1,860 | $91,200 | $43.85 | |
| Illinois | 25,470 | $95,170 | $45.76 | |
| Indiana | 8,910 | $89,510 | $43.03 | |
| Iowa | 5,100 | $89,040 | $42.81 | |
| Kansas | 4,960 | $81,650 | $39.25 | |
| Kentucky | 3,880 | $80,300 | $38.61 | |
| Louisiana | 2,290 | $84,490 | $40.62 | |
| Maine | 2,020 | $83,620 | $40.20 | |
| Maryland | 13,150 | $102,390 | $49.23 | |
| Massachusetts | 13,850 | $112,380 | $54.03 | |
| Michigan | 14,750 | $100,080 | $48.12 | |
| Minnesota | 14,800 | $101,200 | $48.66 | |
| Mississippi | 1,970 | $71,550 | $34.40 | |
| Missouri | 8,040 | $90,540 | $43.53 | |
| Montana | 540 | $75,490 | $36.29 | |
| Nebraska | 3,750 | $85,050 | $40.89 | |
| Nevada | 1,450 | $94,550 | $45.46 | |
| New Hampshire | 2,580 | $105,470 | $50.71 | |
| New Jersey | 13,010 | $111,140 | $53.44 | |
| New Mexico | 2,060 | $79,770 | $38.35 | |
| New York | 24,120 | $109,920 | $52.85 | |
| North Carolina | 23,470 | $99,580 | $47.88 | |
| North Dakota | 200 | $92,340 | $44.39 | |
| Ohio | 22,420 | $94,580 | $45.47 | |
| Oklahoma | 3,200 | $88,530 | $42.56 | |
| Oregon | 7,030 | $107,320 | $51.60 | |
| Pennsylvania | 17,660 | $95,800 | $46.06 | |
| Rhode Island | 2,110 | $107,570 | $51.72 | |
| South Carolina | 8,300 | $84,600 | $40.67 | |
| South Dakota | 820 | $80,050 | $38.48 | |
| Tennessee | 7,460 | $92,070 | $44.26 | |
| Texas | 52,790 | $105,130 | $50.54 | |
| Vermont | 710 | $95,020 | $45.69 | |
| Virginia | 23,450 | $110,070 | $52.92 | |
| Washington | 14,320 | $112,050 | $53.87 | |
| West Virginia | 730 | $79,550 | $38.24 | |
| Wisconsin | 10,740 | $96,330 | $46.31 | |
| Wyoming | 140 | $72,990 | $35.09 |
Education
The programs listed below are typically the education paths that can land you this kind of job.
A general program that focuses on computing, computer science, and information science and systems. Such programs are undifferentiated as to title and content and are not to be confused with specific programs in computer science, information science, or related support services.
A program that focuses on the design of technological information systems, including computing systems, as solutions to business and research data and communications support needs. Includes instruction in the principles of computer hardware and software components, algorithms, databases, telecommunications, user tactics, application testing, and human interface design.
A program that prepares individuals to apply programming and systems analysis principles to the selection, implementation, and troubleshooting of customized computer and software installations across the life cycle. Includes instruction in computer hardware and software; compilation, composition, execution, and operating systems; low- and high-level languages and language programming; programming and debugging techniques; installation and maintenance testing and documentation; process and data flow analysis; user needs analysis and documentation; cost-benefit analysis; and specification design.
A program that focuses on the design, implementation, and management of linked systems of computers, peripherals, and associated software to maximize efficiency and productivity, and that prepares individuals to function as network specialists and managers at various levels. Includes instruction in operating systems and applications; systems design and analysis; networking theory and solutions; types of networks; network management and control; network and flow optimization; security; configuring; and troubleshooting.
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$102,210 per yearNational average salaryModerateJob growth rate
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Bachelor's degreeTypical education requirement
Educational Attainment
The following chart shows the highest education level completed by those working as computer systems analysts.
- Less than high school 0%
- High school graduate 5%
- College dropout 13%
- Associate’s degree 8%
- Bachelor’s degree 48%
- Master’s degree 23%
- Doctorate degree 3%
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