Quantum Computing Salary in the United States

How much does a Quantum Computing make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Quantum Computing in the United States is $113,451 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

However, a Quantum Computing's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $132,061
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $102,858 to $123,192
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $93,214
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Quantum Computing Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $123,192 $10,266 $2,369 $59
Average $113,451 $9,454 $2,182 $55
25th Percentile $102,858 $8,572 $1,978 $49
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Key Factors That Influence Quantum Computing Salaries

A Quantum Computing's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Quantum Computing Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Quantum Computing's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $111,244
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $111,980
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $113,157
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $114,628
  • Expert (over 8 years): $117,196
Levels Salary
Entry Level Quantum Computing$111,244
Intermediate Level Quantum Computing$111,980
Senior Level Quantum Computing$113,157
Specialist Level Quantum Computing$114,628
Expert Level Quantum Computing$117,196
$111,244 0 yr
$111,980 < 2 yrs
$113,157 2-4 yrs
$114,628 5-8 yrs
$117,196 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Quantum Computings

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $143,096
  • San Francisco: $141,689
  • Oakland: $138,546

What Skills Can Increase a Quantum Computing's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Communication Skills (Mentioned in 2.7% Job Postings): Communication skills are your ability to share or understand information, ideas, and feelings successfully.
  • Packaging (Mentioned in 8.11% Job Postings): Preparing products through wrapping or bottling to protect the goods from damages during transportation and storage.
  • Illustration (Mentioned in 5.41% Job Postings): Using creative artwork to explain or depict a particular meaning to come across the viewer's mind.
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Communication Skills 2.7%
Packaging 8.11%
Illustration 5.41%

Quantum Computing Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Quantum Computing's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Quantum Computing

Salaries for a Quantum Computing can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $110,435 in 2023 to around $105,234 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Quantum Computing salary trends, .

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