How much does a Chief Scientist make in Albany, NY?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Chief Scientist in Albany, NY is $212,972. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $190,044 to $235,186, with most professionals earning between $169,169 and $255,410.

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 $169,169 Albany,NY April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Chief Scientist Salary $190,044 Albany,NY April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Chief Scientist Salary $212,972 Albany,NY April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Chief Scientist Salary $235,186 Albany,NY April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Chief Scientist Salary $255,410 Albany,NY April 01, 2025
25% $190,044 10% $169,169 90% $255,410 75% $235,186 $212,972 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Research and Development Supervisor

    3 - 5 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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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 Chief Scientist in Albany, NY. The base salary for Chief Scientist ranges from $190,044 to $235,186 with the average base salary of $212,972. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $190,044 to $235,186 with the average total cash compensation of $212,972.

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About Albany, New York    Albany (/ˈɔːlbəni/ (listen) ALL-bə-nee) is the capital of the U.S. state of New York and the seat of Albany County. Albany is located on the west bank....More

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