How much does a Chief Scientist make in Salem, OR?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Chief Scientist in Salem, OR is $211,083. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $188,359 to $233,100, with most professionals earning between $167,669 and $253,145.

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 $167,669 Salem,OR April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Chief Scientist Salary $188,359 Salem,OR April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Chief Scientist Salary $211,083 Salem,OR April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Chief Scientist Salary $233,100 Salem,OR April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Chief Scientist Salary $253,145 Salem,OR April 01, 2025
25% $188,359 10% $167,669 90% $253,145 75% $233,100 $211,083 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 Salem, OR. The base salary for Chief Scientist ranges from $188,359 to $233,100 with the average base salary of $211,083. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $188,359 to $233,100 with the average total cash compensation of $211,083.

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About Salem, Oregon    Salem /ˈseɪləm/ is the capital of the U.S. state of Oregon, and the county seat of Marion County. It is located in the center of the Willamette Valley....More

Salem, Oregon  area prices were up 3.9% from a year ago

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