Fractional rate benchmark
Fractional Computer and Information Systems Manager Cost & Rates
Computer and Information Systems Manager hourly rates currently average $165/hr across our live benchmarks. The middle 50% of postings fall in the $120–$200/hr band. Typical scope is around 14 hours per week. Demand is falling sharply compared to the prior 90 days.
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How Much Does a Fractional Computer and Information Systems Manager Cost?
Typical market cost per month
$6,700–$11,200/month
Based on 14 hours per week at $120–$200 per hour.
- Average hourly rate
- $165/hr
- Typical scope
- 14 hrs/week
- At the average rate
- $9,200
Fractional vs. full-time
Fractional Computer and Information Systems Manager
$6,700–$11,200 /mo
Full-time Computer and Information Systems Manager
$20,833 /mo
Full-time estimate includes salary, employer payroll taxes and benefits using a national average. Some bonuses are included; equity and recruiting fees are not. Fractional bar shows the cost at the average rate.
Based on 0 job posts and 11 candidate profiles from the last 90 days. Last updated .
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A fractional Computer and Information Systems Manager costs $6,700 to $11,200 per month at a typical 14 hours per week. The average hourly rate is $165/hr. The middle 50% of rates run from $120/hr to $200/hr.
Monthly retainer = 14 hours per week x 4 weeks x hourly rate: at the 25th percentile rate ($120/hr) that is $6,700 per month; at the average rate ($165/hr) it is $9,200; at the 75th percentile ($200/hr) it is $11,200. Figures are rounded down to the nearest $100.
Weekly hours reflect typical fractional scope across all roles. There is not yet enough fractional Computer and Information Systems Manager data to publish a role-specific figure.
Full-time reference: Computer and Information Systems Managers, all company sizes. US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025, SOC 11-3021); employer payroll tax and benefit estimate from US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employer Costs for Employee Compensation (June 2026). Wages are 70% of total employer cost.
Middle 50% of rates
$120-$200/hr
The middle 50% of observed rates — a realistic budgeting range for most engagements.
GF Demand Index
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Our proprietary index measuring demand for fractional talent.
Computer and Information Systems Manager Rate Distribution
| Hourly rate range | Share of observed rates |
|---|---|
| $50-$75/hr | 9.1% |
| $75-$100/hr | 9.1% |
| $100-$125/hr | 9.1% |
| $125-$150/hr | 0.0% |
| $150-$175/hr | 18.2% |
| $175-$200/hr | 18.2% |
| $200-$225/hr | 18.2% |
| $225-$250/hr | 18.2% |
| $250-$270/hr | 0.0% |
$50-75
9% of samples
$75-100
9% of samples
$100-125
9% of samples
$125-150
0% of samples
$150-175
18% of samples
$175-200
18% of samples
$200-225
18% of samples
$225-250
18% of samples
$250-270
0% of samples
25th percentile
$120/hr
Average rate
$165/hr
$343,200/yr equivalent
75th percentile
$200/hr
Offered vs. Asking Rates
Employer offers
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25th–75th: —
Average hourly rate posted in live fractional job listings.
Talent asks
$165/hr
25th–75th: $120/hr – $200/hr
Average hourly rate fractional candidates set on their profile.
Typical Engagement Scope
≈ 35% of a full-time week
~1.8
days / week
35%
of full-time
728
hrs / year
$9,200
estimated / mo
$6,700-$11,200
middle 50% of rates / mo
A typical fractional Computer and Information Systems Manager engagement is scoped at roughly 14 hours a week — senior leadership on a part-time cadence rather than a full-time hire. Estimated monthly retainers use $165/hr and a four-week month.
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Fractional Computer and Information Systems Manager Cost FAQ
How Much Does a Fractional Computer and Information Systems Manager Cost?
A fractional Computer and Information Systems Manager costs $6,700 to $11,200 per month at a typical 14 hours per week. The average hourly rate is $165/hr. The middle 50% of rates run from $120/hr to $200/hr.
Monthly retainer = 14 hours per week x 4 weeks x hourly rate: at the 25th percentile rate ($120/hr) that is $6,700 per month; at the average rate ($165/hr) it is $9,200; at the 75th percentile ($200/hr) it is $11,200. Figures are rounded down to the nearest $100.
Weekly hours reflect typical fractional scope across all roles. There is not yet enough fractional Computer and Information Systems Manager data to publish a role-specific figure.
What Is a Typical Fractional Computer and Information Systems Manager Monthly Retainer?
$6,700 to $11,200 per month, with $9,200 at the average hourly rate. That assumes 14 hours per week and a 4-week month. The range spans the 25th to 75th percentile of observed hourly rates.
What Is the Hourly Rate for a Fractional Computer and Information Systems Manager?
$165/hr on average. The median is $176/hr. The middle 50% of rates fall between $120/hr and $200/hr.
How Many Hours a Week Does a Fractional Computer and Information Systems Manager Work?
About 14 hours per week, or roughly 1.8 days. That is 35% of a full-time week, which is why fractional leadership is priced as a monthly retainer rather than a salary. Weekly hours reflect typical fractional scope across all roles. There is not yet enough fractional Computer and Information Systems Manager data to publish a role-specific figure.
Is a Fractional Computer and Information Systems Manager Cheaper Than a Full-Time Hire?
A fractional Computer and Information Systems Manager at 14 hours per week costs about $110,400 a year, roughly 44% of the $250,000 loaded annual cost of a full-time hire. The full-time figure is the US median salary for Computer and Information Systems Managers ($175,140, BLS May 2025, all company sizes) plus estimated employer payroll taxes and benefits using BLS private-industry averages. These include paid leave, insurance, retirement contributions, and some bonuses. Equity and recruiting fees are excluded.
About Our Data
We analyze public hiring activity and pay rates for job postings over the last 90 days to provide a comprehensive view of the fractional market. Benchmarks are only published when there's sufficient data to ensure accuracy.
Monthly retainers are the 25th to 75th percentile hourly rate multiplied by typical weekly hours and a four-week month. Weekly hours reflect typical fractional scope for this role, or across all roles when role-specific data is limited. Job-post hours are never used for the retainer.
- Window
- Last 90 days, rolling
- Demand
- Public fractional job posts
- Supply
- Active candidate profiles + Go Fractional platform benchmarks
What Affects Fractional Computer and Information Systems Manager Rates?
Scope of ownership
Company-wide leadership and board-facing work typically commands higher rates than narrow execution support.
Stage and urgency
Interim leadership, turnaround work, and fundraising moments tend to raise willingness to pay.
Location expectations
Remote-first work broadens the talent pool, while location-specific roles can show tighter supply.
Depth of specialization
Technical, regulated, or highly verticalized experience can push a fractional leader above the market average.