Scientist Salary in California
How much does a Scientist make in California? The average Scientist salary in California is $144,910 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $134,029 and $168,030. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.
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What is a Scientist?
A Scientist is someone who conducts scientific research to advance knowledge in an area of interest. In classical antiquity, there was no real ancient analog of a modern Scientist. Instead, philosophers engaged in the philosophical study of nature called natural philosophy, a precursor of natural science. It was not until the 19th century that the term Scientist came into regular use after it was coined by the theologian, philosopher, and historian of science William Whewell in 1833, to describe the noted polymath Mary Somerville. In modern times, many scientists have advanced degrees in an ...
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| Location | Avg. Salary | Date Updated |
|---|---|---|
| Location Coachella, CA | Avg. Salary $138,473 | Date Updated March 26, 2024 |
| Location Acampo, CA | Avg. Salary $140,443 | Date Updated March 26, 2024 |
| Location Acton, CA | Avg. Salary $145,436 | Date Updated March 26, 2024 |
| Location Adelanto, CA | Avg. Salary $138,210 | Date Updated March 26, 2024 |
| Location Adin, CA | Avg. Salary $134,663 | Date Updated March 26, 2024 |
| Location Agoura Hills, CA | Avg. Salary $143,334 | Date Updated March 26, 2024 |
| Location Aguanga, CA | Avg. Salary $138,867 | Date Updated March 26, 2024 |
| Location Ahwahnee, CA | Avg. Salary $130,853 | Date Updated March 26, 2024 |
| Location Alameda, CA | Avg. Salary $160,281 | Date Updated March 26, 2024 |
| Location Alamo, CA | Avg. Salary $159,887 | Date Updated March 26, 2024 |
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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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