Side-by-Side Comparison

Metric Software Developers Computer Systems Analysts
Median Annual Salary $127,260 ▲ $102,240
Median Hourly Wage $61.18 ▲ $49.15
10th Percentile $67,448 ▲ $54,187
90th Percentile $218,887 ▲ $175,853
Total Employed 1,847,900 ▲ 606,030
Education Required Bachelor's degree Bachelor's degree
Job Growth (2022-2032) 15% - Much faster than average 15% - Much faster than average
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

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