As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Genetic Engineer in Abell, MD is $122,943, equivalent to $59 per hour, $2,364 weekly, or $10,245 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Genetic Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Genetic Engineer in Abell, MD vary widely, spanning from $101,649 to $157,064. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($111,797) and 75th percentile ($140,803), while top earners (90th percentile) make $157,064 per year. This $29,006 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Case Management, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Abell Genetic Engineer often earn 6.9% higher than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

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Genetic Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Genetic Engineer Salary $101,649 Abell, MD April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Genetic Engineer Salary $111,797 Abell, MD April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Genetic Engineer Salary $122,943 Abell, MD April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Genetic Engineer Salary $140,803 Abell, MD April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Genetic Engineer Salary $157,064 Abell, MD April 01, 2026
25% $111,797 10% $101,649 90% $157,064 75% $140,803 $122,943 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Genetic Engineer ?

Genetic engineering, also called genetic modification or genetic manipulation, is the direct manipulation of an organism's genes using biotechnology. It is a set of technologies used to change the genetic makeup of cells, including the transfer of genes within and across species boundaries to produce improved or novel organisms. New DNA is obtained by either isolating and copying the genetic material of interest using recombinant DNA methods or by artificially synthesising the DNA. A construct is usually created and used to insert this DNA into the host organism. The first recombinant DNA mole...

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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 Genetic Engineer in Abell, MD. The base salary for Genetic Engineer ranges from $111,797 to $140,803 with the average base salary of $122,943. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $107,912 to $129,021 with the average total cash compensation of $117,212.

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About Abell, Maryland    Abell is an unincorporated community in what is familiarly called the "Seventh District" of St. Mary's County, Maryland, United States. Abell was a b....More

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