How to become computer occupations, all othereducation, training, experience and the steps to enter

United States IT & Software Confidence ★★★★★

Median annual pay
$116,580
25th–75th pct. $79,370–$157,500
Top pay (est.)
$245,000
Top 10% $188,470
Pay in 5 years
$134,500est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$155,200est.
$133,500–$180,200
Outlook score
56/100
★★★☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
55%
Moderate
Job growth (10 yr)
+5.1%
27K openings / yr

How to become computer occupations, all other

Typical education
Bachelor's degree
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
None

A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.

Skills, education and requirements for Computer Occupations, All Other

Career path and how to earn more as computer occupations, all other

Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.

Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.