How much does a Chief Scientific Officer make in CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Chief Scientific Officer in California is $187,736. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $116,906 to a high of $277,078, with most professionals earning between $150,661 and $234,501.

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Salary range for a Chief Scientific Officer
$150,661 to $234,501
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What is a Chief Scientific Officer?

A chief science officer (C.S.O.) is a position at the head of scientific research operations at organizations or companies performing significant scientific research projects....

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $178,323 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $182,000 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $187,327 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $178,187 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $174,051 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $184,876 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $178,562 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $169,524 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $207,854 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $207,377 Date Updated April 01, 2025
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