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Scientist salary in Seattle, WA, 2026

How much does a Scientist make in Seattle, WA?

Average base salary

$105,993
same
as national average
Average $105,993
Low $81,118
High $138,496

The average salary for a scientist is $105,993 per year in Seattle, WA. 66 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 10, 2026).

Scientist job openings in Seattle, WA

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Scientist I - Brain Proteome O...
ALLEN INSTITUTE3.8out of 5 stars.
Seattle, WA
$86,150 - $106,650 a year
Full-time
4 weeks ago

Highest paying companies for Scientist in Seattle, WA

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Amazon.com
 
$182,071per year
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Taylor Strategy Partners
 
$177,500per year
The DAKO Group
 
$166,566per year
TalentBurst, Inc
 
$163,800per year
Indeed
 
$158,333per year
Pyramid Consulting, Inc.
 
$154,960per year

Highest paying cities for Scientists near Seattle, WA

  1. Vancouver, WA
    $177,561 per year
  2. Bellevue, WA
    $121,573 per year
  3. Richland, WA
    $118,913 per year
  4. Everett, WA
    $113,063 per year
  5. Seattle, WA
    $105,993 per year

Where can a Scientist earn more?

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