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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2025

Computer and Information Systems Managers salary in Charlotte, North Carolina

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Charlotte 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 June 12, 2026
Median annual$176,840
Mean annual$194,550
Range (10th to 90th)$119,750 to $305,560
Charlotte, North Carolina employment8,120
State vs national-3.3% vs national

Salary distribution

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

Annual wage distribution

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

10TH$119,75025TH$145,120MEDIAN$176,84075TH$223,04090TH$305,560

The middle 50% of workers earn between $145,120 and $223,040, with a median of $176,840.

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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Other metros in North Carolina

How the Charlotte metro compares to other major North Carolina metro areas for computer and information systems managers.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Computer and Information Systems Managers in Charlotte, North Carolina?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Computer and Information Systems Managers in the Charlotte metropolitan area is $176,840.
Does Charlotte pay more than the North Carolina state average for Computer and Information Systems Managers?
The Charlotte metro median is +2.3% versus the North Carolina state median of $172,860.
How does Charlotte compare to the national median for Computer and Information Systems Managers?
The Charlotte metro median is -3.3% versus the BLS national figure of $182,802.
What is the salary range for Computer and Information Systems Managers in Charlotte?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $119,750 and the 90th-percentile at $305,560 for the Charlotte 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 Charlotte 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.