How much does a Sensory Scientist make in Des Moines, IA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Sensory Scientist in Des Moines, IA is $108,028. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $91,445 to $129,529, with most professionals earning between $76,347 and $149,105.

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Sensory Scientist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Sensory Scientist Salary $76,347 Des Moines,IA March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Sensory Scientist Salary $91,445 Des Moines,IA March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Sensory Scientist Salary $108,028 Des Moines,IA March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Sensory Scientist Salary $129,529 Des Moines,IA March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Sensory Scientist Salary $149,105 Des Moines,IA March 01, 2025
25% $91,445 10% $76,347 90% $149,105 75% $129,529 $108,028 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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 Sensory Scientist in Des Moines, IA. The base salary for Sensory Scientist ranges from $91,445 to $129,529 with the average base salary of $108,028. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $91,618 to $129,760 with the average total cash compensation of $108,124.

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