As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Research Biologist in California is $62,524. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $51,255 to a high of $77,902, with most professionals earning between $56,626 and $70,574.
| Percentile | Salary | Location | Last Updated |
| 10th Percentile Research Biologist Salary | $51,255 | CA | March 01, 2025 |
| 25th Percentile Research Biologist Salary | $56,626 | CA | March 01, 2025 |
| 50th Percentile Research Biologist Salary | $62,524 | CA | March 01, 2025 |
| 75th Percentile Research Biologist Salary | $70,574 | CA | March 01, 2025 |
| 90th Percentile Research Biologist Salary | $77,902 | CA | March 01, 2025 |
A biologist is a scientist who has specialized knowledge in the field of biology, the scientific study of life. Biologists involved in fundamental research attempt to explore and further explain the underlying mechanisms that govern the functioning of living matter. Biologists involved in applied research attempt to develop or improve more specific processes and understanding, in fields such as medicine and industry. Biologists are interested in understanding the underlying mechanisms that govern the functioning of living matter as well as the complex properties that emerge from the biophysic...
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| Location Alameda, CA | Avg. Salary $69,157 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Alamo, CA | Avg. Salary $68,987 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
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About California California is a state in the Pacific Region of the United States. With 39.6 million residents, California is the most populous U.S. state and the thir....More
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