As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Genetic Engineer in Saint Louis, MO is $107,783, equivalent to $52 per hour, $2,073 weekly, or $8,982 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Genetic Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Genetic Engineer in Saint Louis, MO vary widely, spanning from $89,199 to $137,966. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($98,055) and 75th percentile ($123,582), while top earners (90th percentile) make $137,966 per year. This $25,527 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, Saint Louis Genetic Engineer often earn 1.7% lower than national averages. However, Saint Louis currently ranks 484 statewide for Genetic Engineer job salary. 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
Genetic Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Genetic Engineer Salary $89,199 Saint Louis, MO May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Genetic Engineer Salary $98,055 Saint Louis, MO May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Genetic Engineer Salary $107,783 Saint Louis, MO May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Genetic Engineer Salary $123,582 Saint Louis, MO May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Genetic Engineer Salary $137,966 Saint Louis, MO May 01, 2026
25% $98,055 10% $89,199 90% $137,966 75% $123,582 $107,783 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 Saint Louis, MO. The base salary for Genetic Engineer ranges from $98,055 to $123,582 with the average base salary of $107,783. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $92,368 to $110,748 with the average total cash compensation of $100,517.

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