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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2025

Computer and Information Systems Managers salary in Virginia Beach, Virginia

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Virginia Beach 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$170,560
Mean annual$180,230
Range (10th to 90th)$110,140 to $263,320
Virginia Beach, Virginia employment1,360
State vs national-6.7% vs national

Salary distribution

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

Annual wage distribution

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

10TH$110,14025TH$137,690MEDIAN$170,56075TH$208,94090TH$263,320

The middle 50% of workers earn between $137,690 and $208,940, with a median of $170,560.

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 Virginia

How the Virginia Beach metro compares to other major Virginia metro areas for computer and information systems managers.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Computer and Information Systems Managers in Virginia Beach, Virginia?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Computer and Information Systems Managers in the Virginia Beach metropolitan area is $170,560.
Does Virginia Beach pay more than the Virginia state average for Computer and Information Systems Managers?
The Virginia Beach metro median is -15.4% versus the Virginia state median of $201,490.
How does Virginia Beach compare to the national median for Computer and Information Systems Managers?
The Virginia Beach metro median is -6.7% versus the BLS national figure of $182,802.
What is the salary range for Computer and Information Systems Managers in Virginia Beach?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $110,140 and the 90th-percentile at $263,320 for the Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach 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.