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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Computer and Information Systems Managers salary in Phoenix, Arizona

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Phoenix metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$163,970
Mean annual$172,720
Range (10th to 90th)$102,650 to $231,930
Phoenix, Arizona employment11,700
State vs national-7.7% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Phoenix computer and information systems managers fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$102,65025TH$123,600MEDIAN$163,97075TH$205,68090TH$231,930

The middle 50% of workers earn between $123,600 and $205,680, with a median of $163,970.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    5 years or more

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Computers and Electronics

    Knowledge

    4.8 / 5
  • Critical Thinking

    Cross-functional

    4.1 / 5
  • Customer and Personal Service

    Knowledge

    4.0 / 5
  • Written Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Reading Comprehension

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5
  • Active Listening

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5
  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.0 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Manage backup, security and user help systems.

  2. 02

    Direct daily operations of department, analyzing workflow, establishing priorities, developing standards and setting deadlines.

  3. 03

    Meet with department heads, managers, supervisors, vendors, and others, to solicit cooperation and resolve problems.

  4. 04

    Review project plans to plan and coordinate project activity.

  5. 05

    Assign and review the work of systems analysts, programmers, and other computer-related workers.

  6. 06

    Provide users with technical support for computer problems.

  7. 07

    Develop computer information resources, providing for data security and control, strategic computing, and disaster recovery.

  8. 08

    Stay abreast of advances in technology.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Computer and Information Systems Managers in Phoenix, Arizona?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Computer and Information Systems Managers in the Phoenix metropolitan area is $163,970.
Does Phoenix pay more than the Arizona state average for Computer and Information Systems Managers?
The Phoenix metro median is +1.9% versus the Arizona state median of $160,900.
How does Phoenix compare to the national median for Computer and Information Systems Managers?
The Phoenix metro median is -7.7% versus the BLS national figure of $177,564.
What is the salary range for Computer and Information Systems Managers in Phoenix?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $102,650 and the 90th-percentile at $231,930 for the Phoenix metro area.
What education is required for Computer and Information Systems Managers?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Phoenix CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.