As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Bench Scientist in Lawrence, MA is $144,359, equivalent to $69 per hour, $2,776 weekly, or $12,030 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 Lawrence, MA vary widely, spanning from $117,999 to $178,654. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($130,561) and 75th percentile ($162,311), while top earners (90th percentile) make $178,654 per year. This $31,750 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, Lawrence Bench Scientist often earn 2.9% higher than national averages. However, Lawrence currently ranks 183 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 $117,999 Lawrence, MA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Bench Scientist Salary $130,561 Lawrence, MA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Bench Scientist Salary $144,359 Lawrence, MA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Bench Scientist Salary $162,311 Lawrence, MA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Bench Scientist Salary $178,654 Lawrence, MA May 01, 2026
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About Lawrence, Massachusetts    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 7.4 square miles (19 km2), of which 7.0 square miles (18 km2) is land and 0....More

Lawrence, Massachusetts  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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