How much does a Cancer Researcher make in San Diego, CA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Cancer Researcher in San Diego, CA is $66,618. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $59,466 to $74,594, with most professionals earning between $52,956 and $81,857.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Cancer Researcher Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Cancer Researcher Salary $52,956 San Diego,CA March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Cancer Researcher Salary $59,466 San Diego,CA March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Cancer Researcher Salary $66,618 San Diego,CA March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Cancer Researcher Salary $74,594 San Diego,CA March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Cancer Researcher Salary $81,857 San Diego,CA March 01, 2025
25% $59,466 10% $52,956 90% $81,857 75% $74,594 $66,618 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 Cancer Researcher in San Diego, CA. The base salary for Cancer Researcher ranges from $59,466 to $74,594 with the average base salary of $66,618. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $59,527 to $74,683 with the average total cash compensation of $66,682.

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