Medical Research Associate Salary in Sacramento, CA

How much does a Medical Research Associate make in Sacramento, CA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Medical Research Associate in Sacramento, CA is $73,850. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $56,756 to a high of $91,769, with most professionals earning between $64,902 and $83,230.

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Prepare documents, reports including tables, charts and other graphical representation for internal, external or both audiences, including providing the background information and analysis.

December 11, 2022

Develop and implement a logic model to identify and document inputs, outputs, and short-, medium and long-term outcomes for research projects.

December 22, 2022

Develops techniques and expertise in one or more areas relevant to database development, data management, and data interpretation.

February 22, 2023

Manages the extraction, purification, and analysis of DNA and RNA from a variety of sources including human tissues.

February 27, 2023

Participate in grant writing, including generation of preliminary data, grant submission, and preparation of progress reports.

March 06, 2023

Assist in collecting the embryos/fetuses and the related data collection such as anatomical analysis and brightfield/confocal analysis of embryos/fetuses.

April 23, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Medical Research Associate in Sacramento, CA

Average Base Salary

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What is the average salary for Medical Research Associate in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Medical Research Associate in Sacramento, CA. The base salary for Medical Research Associate ranges from $64,902 to $83,230 with the average base salary of $73,850. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $65,105 to $83,575 with the average total cash compensation of $74,104.

View Average Salary for Medical Research Associate as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$73,850	$64,902 - $83,230
Bonus	$254	$203 - $345
Total Pay	$74,104	$65,105 - $83,575

* 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.

Medical Research Associate Salary Near Sacramento, CA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Sacramento, CA
CITY, STATE Elk Grove, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,921 - $83,253	COMPARE TO Sacramento, CA
CITY, STATE Roseville, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,848 - $83,160	COMPARE TO Sacramento, CA
CITY, STATE Stockton, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,164 - $82,283	COMPARE TO Sacramento, CA
CITY, STATE Fairfield, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $67,352 - $86,371	COMPARE TO Sacramento, CA
CITY, STATE Antioch, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,112 - $88,628	COMPARE TO Sacramento, CA
CITY, STATE Concord, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,137 - $87,377	COMPARE TO Sacramento, CA

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About Sacramento, California

Sacramento (/ˌsækrəˈmɛntoʊ/ SAK-rə-MEN-toh; Spanish: [sakɾaˈmento]) is the capital city of the U.S. state of California and the seat of Sacramento County. Located at the confluence of the Sacramento River and the American River in Northern California's Sacramento Valley, Sacramento's estimated 2018 population of 501,334 makes it the sixth-largest city in California and the ninth largest capital in the United States. Sacramento is the seat of the California Assembly, the Governor of California, and Supreme Court of California, making it the state's political center and a hub for lobbying and th...

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