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Research Scientist salary in Des Moines Metro Area, IA

Average salary
$109,500/yr
Based on 25 income tax records
$83,000
$132,500
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Based on income reported to the IRS in box 1 of W-2.

From consenting TurboTax customers

$83,000
$132,500
DATA PROVIDED BY turbotax icon

Based on income reported to the IRS in box 1 of W-2.

From consenting TurboTax customers

How much do Research Scientists make?
The average total salary for a Research Scientist is $109,500 per year. This is based on data from 25 TurboTax users who reported their occupation as Research Scientist and includes taxable wages, tips, bonuses, and more. Research Scientist salary can vary between $34,500 to $147,000 depending on factors including education, skills, experience, employer & location. Read more
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Research Scientist salary by location

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Johnston, IA
11 income tax records
$113,500/yr
$93K – $130K
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Rochester, MN
28 income tax records
$53,000/yr
$47K – $68K
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Ames, IA
19 income tax records
$52,500/yr
$45K – $62K
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Iowa City, IA
16 income tax records
$51,500/yr
$42K – $64K
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Lincoln, NE
13 income tax records
$45,000/yr
$38K – $60K
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Kansas City, MO
17 income tax records
$44,500/yr
$36K – $52K

Research Scientist salary by company

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Pioneer Hibred International In, Polk County, IA
13 income tax records
$109,500/yr
$98K – $132K

Research Scientist demographics in Des Moines Metro Area, IA

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24% are single
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76% are married
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72% have kids
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96% own a home

Research Scientist salaries by age in Des Moines Metro Area, IA

$0
$30,625
$61,250
$91,875
$122,500
18-25
26-35
36-45
46-55
56+
Years of age

Effective Tax Rates for Research Scientists in Des Moines Metro Area, IA

25 full-time salaries from 2019
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The average salary for a research scientist in Des Moines Metro Area, IA is $109,500 per year. Research scientist salaries in Des Moines Metro Area, IA can vary between $34,500 to $147,000 and depend on various factors, including skills, experience, employer, bonuses, tips, and more.
This data is exclusive to Mint Salary and is based on 25 tax returns from TurboTax customers who reported their occupation as research scientist.
The following cities offer the highest salaries for research scientists near Des Moines Metro Area, IA: Johnston, IA ($113,500 a year), Rochester, MN ($53,000 a year), and Ames, IA ($52,500 a year).
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