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How much does a Scientist make in the United States?
Average base salary
Data source tooltip for average base salary.6.2k salaries reported, updated at Dec 11, 2020
$96,256
per year
The average salary for a scientist is $96,256 per year in the United States.
Most common benefits
- Stock options
- Caregiver leave
- Adoption assistance
- Commuter assistance
- Sabbatical
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Salaries by years of experience in the United States
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Best-paid skills and qualifications for scientists
Most recommended skill
Statistics Degree
The jobs requiring this skill have decrease by 7.90% since 2018. Scientists with this skill earn +49.54% more than the average base salary, which is $96,256 per year.
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More critical skills and qualifications that pay well
Information tooltip for top fields of study.
Field of study categories:
| Top field of study | Salary | Job openings | Companies |
|---|---|---|---|
Statistics Degree | +49.54% | 17 jobs | 34  |
Computational Biology Degree | +66.03% | 26 jobs | 34 |
Computer Science Degree | +29.97% | 84 jobs | 281 |
Most common benefits for Scientists
- Stock options
- Caregiver leave
- Adoption assistance
- Commuter assistance
- Sabbatical
- Health insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Parental leave
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Referral program
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Salary satisfaction
62% of Scientists in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area
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