As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Chief Scientist in Akron, CO is $206,104, equivalent to $99 per hour, $3,964 weekly, or $17,175 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Chief Scientist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Chief Scientist in Akron, CO vary widely, spanning from $190,856 to $242,462. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($198,123) and 75th percentile ($225,135), while top earners (90th percentile) make $242,462 per year. This $27,012 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Bioinformatics, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Akron Chief Scientist often earn 3.7% lower than national averages. 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
Chief Scientist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Chief Scientist Salary $190,856 Akron, CO July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Chief Scientist Salary $198,123 Akron, CO July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Chief Scientist Salary $206,104 Akron, CO July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Chief Scientist Salary $225,135 Akron, CO July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Chief Scientist Salary $242,462 Akron, CO July 01, 2026
25% $198,123 10% $190,856 90% $242,462 75% $225,135 $206,104 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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