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Professional Scientist

Average Professional Scientist Salary

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$92,977
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$55k
MEDIAN
$93k
90%
$135k

The average salary for a Professional Scientist is $92,977 in 2025

Base Salary
$55k - $135k
Bonus
$1k - $18k
Profit Sharing
$988 - $21k
Commission
$0 - $2k
Total Pay
$52k - $143k
Based on 11,804 salary profiles (last updated Oct 04 2023)
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3.8 out of 5
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Common Health Benefits for a Professional Scientist

Medical
89%
Dental
79%
Vision
73%
None
10%

Gender Breakdown for Professional Scientists

Male
63.0%
Female
35.7%
Prefer to self-define
1.1%
This data is based on 4,180 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Professional Scientists

What is the highest pay for Professional Scientists?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Professional Scientist is $135k / year

What is the lowest pay for Professional Scientists?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Professional Scientist is $55k / year

How can Professional Scientists increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Professional Scientist 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 Professional Scientist that oversees more junior Professional Scientists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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