How much does a Bench Scientist make?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Bench Scientist in the United States is $142,917. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $132,856 to $165,639, with most professionals earning between $123,696 and $186,326.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Bench Scientist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Bench Scientist Salary $123,696 US March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Bench Scientist Salary $132,856 US March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Bench Scientist Salary $142,917 US March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Bench Scientist Salary $165,639 US March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Bench Scientist Salary $186,326 US March 01, 2025
25% $132,856 10% $123,696 90% $186,326 75% $165,639 $142,917 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Bench Scientist in the United States. The base salary for Bench Scientist ranges from $132,856 to $165,639 with the average base salary of $142,917. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $136,100 to $170,257 with the average total cash compensation of $149,025.
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