Salary distribution
Where California computer systems analysts fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $99,810 and $160,800, with a median of $127,660.
Computer Systems Analysts in California: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 1,000 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $131,560. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 113 | $94,000 |
| Level II — qualified | 364 | $121,812 |
| Level III — experienced | 173 | $143,582 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 118 | $172,025 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Computer Systems Analysts in California. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accenture LLP | Packaged App Development Assoc Manager | 62 | $143,582 |
| IBM Corporation | Application Developer | 50 | $136,074 |
| WIPRO LIMITED | Techno Functional Consultant L2 | 35 | $131,560 |
| TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES LIMITED | Analyst | 33 | $131,560 |
| TECH MAHINDRA (AMERICAS), INC | Systems Analyst | 32 | $136,074 |
| Tata Consultancy Services Limited | Analyst | 26 | $131,560 |
| COMPUNNEL SOFTWARE GROUP, INC | Systems Analyst | 25 | $119,000 |
| Zensar Technologies, Inc. | Computer Systems Analyst | 24 | $136,074 |
| SAP America, Inc. | IT Technology Services Senior Specialist | 20 | $173,153 |
| UST Global Inc | LEAD I - SOFTWARE ENGINEERING | 20 | $100,000 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- ANALYST at TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES LIMITED$131,560SUNNYVALEDecided Dec 30, 2025I-200-25356-501536
- Computer Systems Analysts at LTIMindtree Limited$124,052RichmondDecided Dec 30, 2025I-200-25356-502274
- Applications Analyst, ERP at Scripps Health$103,563TemeculaDecided Dec 30, 2025I-200-25356-502745
- Product Lead at Doss Inc.$195,000San FranciscoDecided Dec 30, 2025I-200-25357-504304
- Computer Systems Analysts at LTIMindtree Limited$98,947RiversideDecided Dec 30, 2025I-200-25356-502325
- SYSTEMS ANALYST at INTELLECT BUSINESS SOLUTIONS LLC$124,051San RamonDecided Dec 30, 2025I-200-25356-502951
- Sr. Specialist, IT Business Analysis at Ascendis Pharma, Inc.$175,141Palo AltoDecided Dec 29, 2025I-200-25354-499840
- Senior Staff IT Software Engineer at Palo Alto Networks, Inc.$178,339Santa ClaraDecided Dec 29, 2025I-200-25354-499704
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
Computer Systems Analysts pay by experience level in California
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Computer Systems Analysts specialties in California
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 489 certified offers. The most common variant is Computer Systems Analyst at a median of $114,192.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analyst | Zensar Technologies, Inc. | 133 | $114,192 |
| Systems Analyst | COMPUNNEL SOFTWARE GROUP, INC | 88 | $130,260 |
| Business Systems Analyst | NVIDIA Corporation | 66 | $145,953 |
| Analyst | TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES LIMITED | 48 | $131,560 |
| Techno Functional Consultant L2 | WIPRO LIMITED | 30 | $131,560 |
| Business Analyst | Visionet Systems Inc | 25 | $124,800 |
| Packaged App Development Assoc Manager | Accenture LLP | 22 | $137,000 |
| Application Developer | IBM Corporation | 19 | $116,626 |
| LEAD I - SOFTWARE ENGINEERING | UST Global Inc | 19 | $100,000 |
| Functional Consultant | Tata Consultancy Services Limited | 13 | $118,789 |
| Programmer Analyst | RELIABLE SOFTWARE RESOURCES | 13 | $115,753 |
| Package Consultant | IBM Corporation | 13 | $143,582 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Computer Systems Analysts in California, by industry
Median offered wage across 996 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Technology and software leads with a median of $124,100.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technology and software | IBM Corporation | 690 | $124,100 |
| Manufacturing | Qualcomm Incorporated | 121 | $143,582 |
| Professional services | Accenture LLP | 113 | $140,358 |
| Finance and insurance | PayPal, Inc. | 26 | $150,223 |
| Retail and wholesale | Amazon.com Services LLC | 16 | $107,500 |
| Healthcare | Scripps Health | 15 | $103,563 |
| Education | Los Angeles Unified School District | 6 | $117,645 |
| Energy and utilities | EDF power solutions, Inc (formerly EDF Renewables, Inc.) | 3 | $137,384 |
| Real estate | AMANI INVESTMENT, INC. | 3 | $103,605 |
| Media and entertainment | Mc Werewolves California LLC | 2 | $80,080 |
| Government and public sector | Stars Behavioral Health Group, Inc. | 1 | $118,976 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in California over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.6 / 5
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge
- 4.1 / 5
Deductive Reasoning
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
Information Ordering
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
Oral Comprehension
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
Written Comprehension
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
Oral Expression
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
Speaking
Basic skill
- 3.9 / 5
Problem Sensitivity
Ability
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Troubleshoot program and system malfunctions to restore normal functioning.
- 02
Provide staff and users with assistance solving computer-related problems, such as malfunctions and program problems.
- 03
Test, maintain, and monitor computer programs and systems, including coordinating the installation of computer programs and systems.
- 04
Use the computer in the analysis and solution of business problems, such as development of integrated production and inventory control and cost analysis systems.
- 05
Coordinate and link the computer systems within an organization to increase compatibility so that information can be shared.
- 06
Use object-oriented programming languages, as well as client and server applications development processes and multimedia and Internet technology.
- 07
Analyze information processing or computation needs and plan and design computer systems, using techniques such as structured analysis, data modeling, and information engineering.
- 08
Review and analyze computer printouts and performance indicators to locate code problems, and correct errors by correcting codes.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+8.7%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Growing faster than average
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Metro-level salary data for computer systems analysts in major California metropolitan areas.
- San Jose$160,800
- San Francisco$145,440
- Los Angeles$126,520
- Sacramento$122,310
- San Diego$113,190
- Riverside$109,880
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Computer Systems Analysts in California?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Computer Systems Analysts in California is $127,660.
- How does California compare to the national median for Computer Systems Analysts?
- The California median is +19.9% versus the BLS national figure of $106,485.
- What is the salary range for Computer Systems Analysts in California?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $78,070 and the 90th-percentile at $196,870, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Computer Systems Analysts a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 8.7% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Computer Systems Analysts?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates 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.