As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Bench Scientist in Memphis, TN is $127,912, equivalent to $61 per hour, $2,460 weekly, or $10,659 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 Memphis, TN vary widely, spanning from $105,043 to $158,364. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($115,942) and 75th percentile ($143,852), while top earners (90th percentile) make $158,364 per year. This $27,910 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, Memphis Bench Scientist often earn 0.1% lower than national averages. However, Memphis currently ranks 621 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 $105,043 Memphis, TN June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Bench Scientist Salary $115,942 Memphis, TN June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Bench Scientist Salary $127,912 Memphis, TN June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Bench Scientist Salary $143,852 Memphis, TN June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Bench Scientist Salary $158,364 Memphis, TN June 01, 2026
25% $115,942 10% $105,043 90% $158,364 75% $143,852 $127,912 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 Memphis, TN. The base salary for Bench Scientist ranges from $115,942 to $143,852 with the average base salary of $127,912. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $94,868 to $121,800 with the average total cash compensation of $106,835.
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