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Senior scientist salary in Seattle, WA (Updated 2026)

How much does a Senior Scientist make in Seattle, WA?

Average base salary

$139,536
12%
above national average
Average $139,536
Low $97,848
High $198,985

The average salary for a senior scientist is $139,536 per year in Seattle, WA. 31 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 10, 2026).

Senior Scientist job openings in Seattle, WA

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Machine Learning Scientist II
Expedia Group3.8out of 5 stars.
Seattle, WA
$112,000 - $196,000 a year
Full-time
20 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Senior Scientist in Seattle, WA

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Axon
 
$226,338per year
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Uber
 
$200,500per year
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CONVOY
 
$183,600per year
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TalentBurst, Inc
 
$164,715per year
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Expedia Group
 
$154,594per year
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Intelliswift Software
 
$152,218per year
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Highest paying cities for Senior Scientists near Seattle, WA

  1. Bellevue, WA
    $162,375 per year
  2. Bothell, WA
    $151,708 per year
  3. Vancouver, WA
    $143,742 per year
  4. Richland, WA
    $141,641 per year
  5. Seattle, WA
    $139,536 per year

Where can a Senior Scientist earn more?

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Chief Scientist

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Entry Level Scientist

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Average $87,316 per year

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Average $105,993 per year

Senior Scientist

Job openings
Average $139,536 per year