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Laboratory Researcher

Average Laboratory Researcher Salary

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$62,574
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$43k
MEDIAN
$63k
90%
$99k

The average salary for a Laboratory Researcher is $62,574 in 2025

Base Salary
$43k - $99k
Bonus
$983 - $14k
Profit Sharing
$734 - $8k
Commission
$0 - $8k
Total Pay
$39k - $96k
Based on 4,044 salary profiles (last updated Oct 02 2024)
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3.7 out of 5
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Common Health Benefits for a Laboratory Researcher

Medical
85%
Dental
75%
Vision
68%
None
15%

Gender Breakdown for Laboratory Researchers

Female
65.6%
Male
32.5%
Prefer to self-define
1.3%
This data is based on 1,261 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Laboratory Researchers

What is the highest pay for Laboratory Researchers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Laboratory Researcher is $99k / year

What is the lowest pay for Laboratory Researchers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Laboratory Researcher is $43k / year

How can Laboratory Researchers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Laboratory Researcher is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Laboratory Researcher that oversees more junior Laboratory Researchers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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