Associate Research Scientist Salary in the United States

Associate Research Scientist Salary

How much does an Associate Research Scientist make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Associate Research Scientist in the United States is $61,082. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $54,114 to $70,151, with most professionals earning between $47,769 and $78,407.

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10th Percentile Associate Research Scientist Salary $47,769 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Associate Research Scientist Salary $54,114 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Associate Research Scientist Salary $61,082 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Associate Research Scientist Salary $70,151 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Associate Research Scientist Salary $78,407 US April 01, 2025
25% $54,114 10% $47,769 90% $78,407 75% $70,151 $61,082 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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