Technology Ethicists

The median salary for computer and information research scientists, which could include technology ethicists, was $126,830 in May 2020, The lowest paid 10 percent earned $72,210 or less and the highest paid 10 percent earned $194,430 or more per year. Those who worked for software publishers averaged $145,920 per year, while those who worked for the federal government, excluding the postal service, earned about $112,930 annually. Colleges, universities, and professional schools paid salaries that were on the lower end, about $82,220.

Technology ethicists who are employed full time also receive employment benefits that may include health insurance coverage, paid vacation and sick time, pension plans, and financial assistance for continuing education programs.