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Job outlook for computer systems designers in the United States
Are computer systems designer jobs in demand?
Computer systems designer job and salary trends over time
Computer systems designer jobs over time
Computer systems designer job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 57 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 133 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 54 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 45 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 46 | 0.00% |
Average computer systems designer salary over time
Computer systems designer salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $73,711 | $35.44 | +3.4% |
| 2024 | $71,282 | $34.27 | +2.3% |
| 2023 | $69,668 | $33.49 | +1.2% |
| 2022 | $68,862 | $33.11 | +1.8% |
| 2021 | $67,673 | $32.54 | +2.4% |
Computer systems designer jobs by state
Most common states for computer systems designers
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 273 | 39% |
| 2 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 324 | 24% |
| 3 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 905 | 22% |
| 4 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 163 | 22% |
| 5 | Vermont | 623,657 | 138 | 22% |
| 6 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 1,582 | 21% |
| 7 | Alaska | 739,795 | 156 | 21% |
| 8 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 119 | 21% |
| 9 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 217 | 20% |
| 10 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 1,033 | 19% |
| 11 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 387 | 19% |
| 12 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 167 | 19% |
| 13 | Delaware | 961,939 | 177 | 18% |
| 14 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 321 | 17% |
| 15 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 1,625 | 16% |
| 16 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 165 | 16% |
| 17 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 1,034 | 15% |
| 18 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 551 | 15% |
| 19 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 463 | 15% |
| 20 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 250 | 15% |
Most common cities for computer systems designers
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gainesville | 2 | 2% | $68,945 |
| 2 | Tallahassee | 1 | 1% | $69,270 |
Computer Systems Designer job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of computer systems designer experts
Kansas State University
AIGA, the professional association for design
Barbara Anderson
Professor and HeadKansas State University
Department of Interior Design and Fashion Studies
What type of skills will young Computer Systems Designers need?
Barbara Anderson: Technology in buildings and using technology to design buildings and communicate with teams and clients will be more critical than ever.
How do you envision technology impacting Computer Systems Designers in the next 5 years?
Bennie F. Johnson: We will likely see the Bureau of Labor Statistics trends cited in the Design Futures research to continue to intensify. "Traditional" design jobs had already been decreasing pre-pandemic, due to technological change, while design jobs in technology fields have been growing rapidly. So if anything, it will be designers who will be making a strong impact on technology. This doesn't necessarily mean that all designers will need to code. It does mean that the need for designers to understand complex systems, business models, and the social/cultural/ethical implications of their designs.
While there are tremendous challenges ahead, the design community has a unique opportunity to show leadership, to do good, and to inspire. Unprecedented times can lead us in new and unexpected directions that allow relationships to be strengthened and provide opportunities for expanding networks and connecting in exciting ways with family, friends, and colleagues. The ability to adapt is what is needed in these times.