Field Scientist Salary

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How much does a Field Scientist make? The average Field Scientist salary is $131,378 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $121,513 and $152,339. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Entry-Level Field Scientist - College & Early Career Program
Alliance Technical Group - Cypress , CA
As a Field Scientist, you will have the opportunity to learn and advance within our rapidly growing company while simultaneously obtaining an education on the industrial processes that we serve
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Scientist II / Sr. Scientist I, Drug Substance Purification Development
AbbVie - Irvine , CA
Qualifications * BS, MS, or PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biochemical/chemical engineering, or closely related field. * Scientist II minimally requires a Master's degree ...
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Field Environmental Scientist (TechLaw)
TechLaw - Denver , CO
We are currently seeking a Mid-Level Field Environmental Scientist with three to six years of experience to provide support to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Environmental Services ...
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Field Oversight Coordinator (Scientist II and III)
Toeroek Associates, Inc. - Helena , MT
Toeroek Associates is seeking an environmental scientist or engineer to provide field oversight support on challenging projects throughout the United States. Regulatory programs related to the ...
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Scientist - Peptide and Oligonucleotide
Veranova L P - Devens , MA
The position requires an in-depth understanding of the field of peptide and oligonucleotide chemistry including process optimization using innovative synthetic methods. The scientist will be ...
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Virus Production Scientist
Bimeda - San Angelo , TX
Salary: 42,000 - 48,000 DOE The purpose of a Modified Live Virus Production Scientist is to produce ... Desirable: * 2+ years prior work experience in vaccine related field and/or laboratory environment
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Field Scientist Salary in Major Cities

This chart shows the salary comparison for Field Scientist between major cities. San Francisco City consistently ranks #1 as of March 26, 2024. Click on the chart to see the detail salary data for Field Scientist in each city.

Field Scientist Salary by City

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City Name Average Salary
San Francisco, CA $164,223
Washington, DC $146,224
Miami, FL $126,780
Chicago, IL $137,816
Boston, MA $147,275
New York, NY $153,450
Dallas, TX $129,670
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Average Salary Range for Field Scientist

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What is the average salary for Field Scientist in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Field Scientist in the United States. The base salary for Field Scientist ranges from $121,513 to $152,339 with the average base salary of $131,378. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $124,702 to $156,410 with the average total cash compensation of $136,835.

View Average Salary for Field Scientist as table

Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $131,378 $121,513 - $152,339
Bonus $5,457 $3,189 - $4,071
Total Pay $136,835 $124,702 - $156,410
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

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Comments about Field Scientist

What's the difference between Field Applications Scientist and Field Scientist?
According to our latest salary estimation on March 26, 2024. The average salary of Field Scientist is $131,378, and the average salary of Field Applications Scientist is $118,898. The average salary of Field Applications Scientist is lower than Field Scientist. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
I am a Field Scientist, which location’s salary is higher, Oxnard, CA or Hutchinson, KS?
Oxnard, CA typically sees higher pay than Hutchinson, KS for Field Scientist. a Field Scientist Salary in Oxnard, CA is $140,837 as of March 26, 2024; a Field Scientist Salary in Hutchinson, KS is $121,393 as of March 26, 2024. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )

Field Scientist Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the salary of a Field Scientist vary from city to city?
The cost of living is tied to salaries. If the expenses are higher in a particular city, then the wage level will be higher as well to afford the people can opportunity to live there. This is why you're always going to make more money in New York City for example, than in a small town. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
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Salary ranges for a Field Scientist can vary widely, depending on the city and several other pay factors, including (but not limited to) education level, certifications, additional skills, and work experience. Click here to view Eight Factors That Can Affect Your Pay ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
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Last Update: March 26, 2024