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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Computer Systems Analysts salary in Sacramento, California

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Sacramento 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$122,310
Mean annual$119,550
Range (10th to 90th)$79,130 to $162,450
Sacramento, California employment2,930
State vs national+14.9% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Sacramento computer systems analysts fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

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

10TH$79,13025TH$98,370MEDIAN$122,31075TH$133,33090TH$162,450

The middle 50% of workers earn between $98,370 and $133,330, with a median of $122,310.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Computers and Electronics

    Knowledge

    4.6 / 5
  • Deductive Reasoning

    Ability

    4.1 / 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

    4.0 / 5
  • Problem Sensitivity

    Ability

    3.9 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Troubleshoot program and system malfunctions to restore normal functioning.

  2. 02

    Provide staff and users with assistance solving computer-related problems, such as malfunctions and program problems.

  3. 03

    Test, maintain, and monitor computer programs and systems, including coordinating the installation of computer programs and systems.

  4. 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.

  5. 05

    Coordinate and link the computer systems within an organization to increase compatibility so that information can be shared.

  6. 06

    Use object-oriented programming languages, as well as client and server applications development processes and multimedia and Internet technology.

  7. 07

    Analyze information processing or computation needs and plan and design computer systems, using techniques such as structured analysis, data modeling, and information engineering.

  8. 08

    Review and analyze computer printouts and performance indicators to locate code problems, and correct errors by correcting codes.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Computer Systems Analysts in Sacramento, California?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Computer Systems Analysts in the Sacramento metropolitan area is $122,310.
Does Sacramento pay more than the California state average for Computer Systems Analysts?
The Sacramento metro median is -4.2% versus the California state median of $127,660.
How does Sacramento compare to the national median for Computer Systems Analysts?
The Sacramento metro median is +14.9% versus the BLS national figure of $106,485.
What is the salary range for Computer Systems Analysts in Sacramento?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $79,130 and the 90th-percentile at $162,450 for the Sacramento metro area.
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.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Sacramento 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.