Science Engineer Salary in the United States

Science Engineer Salary

How much does a Science Engineer make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Science Engineer in the United States is $108,253. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $98,953 to $118,633, with most professionals earning between $90,486 and $128,083.

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10th Percentile Science Engineer Salary $90,486 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Science Engineer Salary $98,953 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Science Engineer Salary $108,253 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Science Engineer Salary $118,633 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Science Engineer Salary $128,083 US April 01, 2025
25% $98,953 10% $90,486 90% $128,083 75% $118,633 $108,253 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Science Engineer

    4 - 7 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    5 + years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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98953
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108253

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98953
118633
108253
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Science Engineer in the United States. The base salary for Science Engineer ranges from $98,953 to $118,633 with the average base salary of $108,253. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $98,953 to $118,633 with the average total cash compensation of $108,253.

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