As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Bench Scientist in Aurora, CO is $139,345, equivalent to $67 per hour, $2,680 weekly, or $11,612 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Bench Scientist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Bench Scientist in Aurora, CO vary widely, spanning from $113,900 to $172,449. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($126,026) and 75th percentile ($156,673), while top earners (90th percentile) make $172,449 per year. This $30,647 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Data Analysis, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Aurora Bench Scientist often earn 0.1% higher than national averages. However, Aurora currently ranks 277 statewide for Bench Scientist job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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 $113,900 Aurora, CO May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Bench Scientist Salary $126,026 Aurora, CO May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Bench Scientist Salary $139,345 Aurora, CO May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Bench Scientist Salary $156,673 Aurora, CO May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Bench Scientist Salary $172,449 Aurora, CO May 01, 2026
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About Aurora, Colorado    Aurora (/əˈroʊrə/, /əˈrɔːrə/) is a Home Rule Municipality in the U.S. state of Colorado, spanning Arapahoe and Adams counties, with the extreme southe....More

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