Research Scientist salary in Los Angeles Metro Area, CA
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Average salary
$66,000/yr
Based on 323 income tax records
$29,000
$188,500
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Based on income reported to the IRS in box 1 of W-2.
From consenting TurboTax customers
$29,000
$188,500
DATA PROVIDED BY
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 $66,000 per year. This is based on data from 323 TurboTax users who reported their job as Research Scientist and includes taxable wages, tips, bonuses, and more. Research Scientist salary can vary between $29,000 to $188,500 depending on factors including education, skills, experience, employer & location. Read more
Research Scientist demographics in Los Angeles Metro Area, CA
60% are single
40% are married
23% have kids
30% own a home
Research Scientist salaries by age in Los Angeles Metro Area, CA
$0
$24,250
$48,500
$72,750
$97,000
18-25
26-35
36-45
46-55
56+
Years of age
Effective Tax Rates for Research Scientists in Los Angeles Metro Area, CA
323 full-time salaries from 2019
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The average salary for a research scientist in Los Angeles Metro Area, CA is $66,000 per year. Research scientist salaries
in Los Angeles Metro Area, CA can vary between $29,000 to $188,500 and depend on various factors, including skills, experience, employer, bonuses,
tips, and more.
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This data is exclusive to Mint Salary and is based on 323 tax returns from TurboTax customers
who reported their occupation as research scientist.
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The following companies offer the highest salaries for research scientists near Los Angeles Metro Area, CA:
California Institute of Technology ($85,000 a year),
Cedars-Sinai ($65,500 a year),
and University of Southern ($49,500 a year).
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The following cities offer the highest salaries for research scientists near Los Angeles Metro Area, CA:
San Diego, CA ($67,500 a year),
Los Angeles, CA ($64,000 a year),
and Pasadena, CA ($59,500 a year).
Total salary amounts here include total taxable wages, tips, prizes and other compensation. Salaries here are not representative of the total population and may reflect different levels of experience or education. Learn more