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How much does a Scientist make? The average Scientist salary is $131,655 as of April 24, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $121,770 and $152,646. 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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Job Openings for Scientist
Data Scientist IV
Orangepeople - Atherton , CA
The main function of the Data Scientist is to produce innovative solutions driven by exploratory data analysis from complex and high-dimensional datasets. If you are a seasoned Data Scientist looking ...
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Senior Decision Scientist, Growth Marketing
Jerry - San Jose , CA
You could be a decision scientist anywhere. Why us? * Join a pre-IPO startup with capital, traction and runway ($240M funded | 40X revenue growth in 4 years | $2T market size) * Work closely with ...
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Senior Data Scientist
Delta Dental of Missouri - Saint Louis , MO
The Senior Data Scientist will lead end-to-end ownership of data science projects, from problem definition and data collection to model development, deployment, and evaluation. This role will ...
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Travel Medical Lab Scientist - $1,460 per week
ALOIS Healthcare - Walla Walla , WA
Medical Lab Scientist * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Start Date: 05/20/2024 * Duration: 13 weeks * 40 hours per week * Shift: 10 hours, nights * Employment Type: Travel A medical ...
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STAFF GEOLOGIST / STAFF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
Broadbent & Associates, Inc - Denver , CO
This staff geologist/scientist position earns a competitive salary , depending on experience. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package , including a bonus program, 100% medical insurance ...
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Lead Data Scientist
Harnham - Houston , TX
LEAD DATA SCIENTIST $160,000 - $200,000 + BONUS + BENEFITS 4 DAYS IN OFFICE, 1 DAY FROM HOME EACH WEEK HOUSTON, TEXAS (OR LOOKING TO RELOCATE) Overview of Role: As Lead Data Scientist, you will be ...
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Scientist Salary in Major Cities

This chart shows the salary comparison for Scientist between major cities. San Francisco City consistently ranks #1 as of April 24, 2024. Click on the chart to see the detail salary data for Scientist in each city.

Scientist Salary by City

Click to see the salary for Scientist in these major U.S. cities.
City Name Average Salary
San Francisco, CA $164,569
Washington, DC $146,532
Miami, FL $127,047
Chicago, IL $138,106
Boston, MA $147,586
New York, NY $153,773
Dallas, TX $129,944
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Average Salary Range for Scientist

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
121770
152646
131655

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
124959
156738
137113
What is the average salary for Scientist in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Scientist in the United States. The base salary for Scientist ranges from $121,770 to $152,646 with the average base salary of $131,655. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $124,959 to $156,738 with the average total cash compensation of $137,113.

View Average Salary for Scientist as table

Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $131,655 $121,770 - $152,646
Bonus $5,458 $3,189 - $4,093
Total Pay $137,113 $124,959 - $156,738
* 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 Scientist

What's the difference between Soil Scientist and Scientist?
According to our latest salary estimation on April 24, 2024. The average salary of Scientist is $131,655, and the average salary of Soil Scientist is $78,240. The average salary of Soil Scientist is lower than Scientist. ( 2024-04-24 salary.com )
I am a Scientist, which location’s salary is higher, San Bernardino, CA or Arlington, MA?
Arlington, MA typically sees higher pay than San Bernardino, CA for Scientist. a Scientist Salary in Arlington, MA is $147,586 as of April 24, 2024; a Scientist Salary in San Bernardino, CA is $139,028 as of April 24, 2024. ( 2024-04-24 salary.com )

Scientist Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the salary of a 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. ( 2024-04-24 salary.com )
What are the Pay Factors for Scientist?
Salary ranges for a 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 ( 2024-04-24 salary.com )
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Last Update: April 24, 2024