Scientist salary in San Francisco County, CA

The average salary for a scientist in San Francisco County, CA is $123,000 per year. Scientist salaries in San Francisco County, CA can vary between $37,500 to $308,500 and depend on various factors, including skills, experience, employer, bonuses, tips, and more.

This data is exclusive to Mint Salary and is based on 389 tax returns from TurboTax customers who reported their occupation as scientist.

The following companies offer the highest salaries for scientists in San Francisco County, CA: Genentech ($191,000 a year), TriNet ($126,500 a year), and University of California ($77,000 a year).

The following cities offer the highest salaries for scientists in San Francisco County, CA: Orinda, CA ($182,500 a year), Millbrae, CA ($174,500 a year), and San Carlos, CA ($167,500 a year).