As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Science Engineer in Columbus, MS is $96,999, equivalent to $47 per hour, $1,865 weekly, or $8,083 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Science Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Science Engineer in Columbus, MS vary widely, spanning from $83,045 to $112,749. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($89,695) and 75th percentile ($105,243), while top earners (90th percentile) make $112,749 per year. This $15,548 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Computer Vision, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Columbus Science Engineer often earn 4.4% lower than national averages. However, Columbus currently ranks 805 statewide for Science 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
Science Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Science Engineer Salary $83,045 Columbus, MS June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Science Engineer Salary $89,695 Columbus, MS June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Science Engineer Salary $96,999 Columbus, MS June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Science Engineer Salary $105,243 Columbus, MS June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Science Engineer Salary $112,749 Columbus, MS June 01, 2026
25% $89,695 10% $83,045 90% $112,749 75% $105,243 $96,999 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Columbus, Mississippi    The city is located approximately 10 mi (16 km) west of the Mississippi-Alabama state line along U.S. Route 82, U.S. Route 45, and numerous state high....More

Columbus, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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