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Computer Systems Analysts Salary in Buffalo, NY

BLS Official DataUpdated 2025-05-31
Median Annual

$101,660

Mean: $107,990

~$79,295 est. take-home

Hourly Rate

$48.87

Based on 2,080 hrs/yr

Cost of Living

100

100 = national avg

A

Very affordable

Affordability score: 100/100

Monthly surplus

$4,347/mo

Savings rate

63%

Computer Systems Analysts salary in Buffalo, NY — median $101,660/year, range $81,330-$130,470

Salary Distribution

Where the median falls between the 25th and 75th percentile.

25th %

$81,330

Median

$101,660

75th %

$130,470

Median is in the 41th percentile of the typical range

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About Computer Systems Analysts salaries in Buffalo, NY

Computer Systems Analysts in Buffalo, NY earn a median of $101,660 per year, based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics data. The mean salary is $107,990, which tends to skew higher because a small number of high earners pull the average up.

Most computer systems analysts in this area earn between $81,330 and $130,470. Where you land depends on experience, employer type, and whether you have in-demand specializations.

That works out to roughly $48.87 per hour assuming a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual hourly pay may differ for part-time or contract roles.

Career Outlook

10% growthFaster than average (BLS 2024–2034)

10% growth. Someone has to bridge the gap between "the business wants X" and "IT can build Y." That's the systems analyst. Demand is especially strong at companies mid-way through digital transformations, trying to modernize legacy systems without breaking everything.

Worth knowing: If you understand both old-school COBOL/mainframe systems and modern cloud architecture, you're basically un-fireable at large banks and insurance companies. That specific combination is rare and very well-paid.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average salary for a computer systems analysts in Buffalo?

The median — where half earn more and half earn less — is $101,660. The average (mean) is $107,990, which is higher because top earners pull it up.

How much does a computer systems analysts make per hour in Buffalo?

About $48.87/hour, based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Part-time or overtime hours will change the actual rate.

What is the salary range for computer systems analysts in Buffalo?

The middle 50% earn between $81,330 and $130,470. Below $81,330 is typically entry-level; above $130,470 usually means significant experience or specialized skills.

Salary Conversion Table

How does $101,660 per year break down across different time periods?

PeriodGrossEst. Take-Home
Yearly$101,660$79,295
Monthly$8,472$6,608
Biweekly$3,910$3,050
Weekly$1,955$1,525
Hourly (40h/wk)$48.87$38.12
Hourly (35h/wk)$55.86$43.57
Hourly (30h/wk)$65.17$50.83
Daily (8h)$391$305

Take-home estimates use an effective tax rate of 22%. Actual amounts vary by filing status, deductions, and state tax.

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