Researcher Salary in Trenton, New Jersey

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How much does a Researcher make in Trenton, NJ? The average Researcher salary in Trenton, NJ is $103,244 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $88,729 and $119,627. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Applied Researcher 1
Capital One - MCLEAN , VA
Applied Researcher 1. Overview. At Capital One, we are creating trustworthy and reliable AI systems, changing banking for good. For years, Capital One has been
- 3 days ago
Applied Researcher 1
Capital One - CAMBRIDGE , MA
Applied Researcher 1. Overview. At Capital One, we are creating trustworthy and reliable AI systems, changing banking for good. For years, Capital One has been
- 3 days ago
Applied Researcher 1
Capital One - NEW YORK , NY
Applied Researcher 1. Overview. At Capital One, we are creating trustworthy and reliable AI systems, changing banking for good. For years, Capital One has been
- 3 days ago
Researcher III with Security Clearance
Amentum - WASHINGTON , DC
Your Impact: Become a part of a cutting-edge National DOD Research Laboratory and make a difference. As the corporate research laboratory of the Navy and U.S. M
- 1 day ago
Threat Researcher with Security Clearance
CACI - ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND , MD
Threat Researcher Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Top Secret Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Req
- 1 day ago
Vulnerability Researcher with Security Clearance
Nightwing - ANNAPOLIS , MD
Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customer
- 1 day ago

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About Trenton, New Jersey    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city had a total area of 8.155 square miles (21.122 km2), including 7.648 square miles (19.809 km2) ....More

Trenton, New Jersey  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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