Information Systems Consultant Salary in the United States

How much does an Information Systems Consultant make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Information Systems Consultant in the United States is $66,389 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, an Information Systems Consultant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,002
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,058 to $72,991
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,473
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Information Systems Consultant Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $72,991 $6,083 $1,404 $35
Average $66,389 $5,532 $1,277 $32
25th Percentile $58,058 $4,838 $1,117 $28
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Key Factors That Influence Information Systems Consultant Salaries

An Information Systems Consultant'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Information Systems Consultant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Information Systems Consultant'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): $64,422
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $64,654
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $67,487
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $70,395
  • Expert (over 8 years): $70,603
Levels Salary
Entry Level Information Systems Consultant$64,422
Intermediate Level Information Systems Consultant$64,654
Senior Level Information Systems Consultant$67,487
Specialist Level Information Systems Consultant$70,395
Expert Level Information Systems Consultant$70,603
$64,422 0 yr
$64,654 < 2 yrs
$67,487 2-4 yrs
$70,395 5-8 yrs
$70,603 > 8 yrs
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How Do Information Systems Consultant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Information Systems Consultants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $73,506.
  • California: $73,228.
  • Massachusetts: $72,252.

Top Paying Cities for Information Systems Consultants

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: $83,737
  • San Francisco: $82,914
  • Oakland: $81,075

What Skills Can Increase an Information Systems Consultant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 4.67% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Clinical Support (Mentioned in 1.33% Job Postings): Assists healthcare professionals in the delivery of patient care. They work with an individual practitioner or a team, taking on tasks such as welcoming and preparing patients, explaining treatment and updating patient records
  • Patient Care (Mentioned in 1.33% Job Postings): Patient care refers to the prevention, treatment, and management of illness and the preservation of physical and mental well-being through services offered by health professionals.
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Commitment 4.67%
Clinical Support 1.33%
Patient Care 1.33%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Information Systems Consultant's salary.
  • Listening: Can increase your salary by up to 20%.
  • Content Management: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Problem Solving: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Listening
 $79,667
20%
Content Management
 $75,684
14%
Problem Solving
 $71,037
7%
Integrity
 $70,373
6%
Library Science
 $69,709
5%
Presentation
 $69,709
5%
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How Education impacts an Information Systems Consultant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Information Systems Consultants enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Information Systems Consultant with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $68,578 and $73,067).

Information Systems Consultant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Information Systems Consultant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.3%
High School 2.3%
Associates 84.1%
Bachelors 6.8%
Masters 84.1%
Doctorate 6.8%
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Information Systems Consultant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Information Systems Consultant'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.

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$58,058
Average $66,389/year
$72,991
$4,838
Average $5,532/month
$6,083
$1,117
Average $1,277/week
$1,404
$28
Average $32/hour
$35
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $72,991 $6,083 $1,404 $35
Average $66,389 $5,532 $1,277 $32
25th Percentile $58,058 $4,838 $1,117 $28

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Salary Trends for Information Systems Consultant

Salaries for an Information Systems Consultant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $60,430 in 2023 to around $59,674 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Information Systems Consultant salary trends, .

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