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Scientist salary in Santa Cruz, CA

Average salary
$76,500/yr
Based on 35 income tax records
$36,000
$175,000
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Based on income reported to the IRS in box 1 of W-2.

From consenting TurboTax customers

$36,000
$175,000
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 Scientists make?
The average total salary for a Scientist is $76,500 per year. This is based on data from 35 TurboTax users who reported their occupation as Scientist and includes taxable wages, tips, bonuses, and more. Scientist salary can vary between $36,000 to $175,000 depending on factors including education, skills, experience, employer & location. Read more
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University Of California, Santa Cruz County, CA
15 income tax records
$76,500/yr
$53K – $111K

Scientist demographics in Santa Cruz, CA

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43% are single
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57% are married
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22% have kids
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51% own a home

Scientist salaries by age in Santa Cruz, CA

$0
$23,250
$46,500
$69,750
$93,000
18-25
26-35
36-45
46-55
56+
Years of age

Effective Tax Rates for Scientists in Santa Cruz, CA

35 full-time salaries from 2019
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The average salary for a scientist in Santa Cruz, CA is $76,500 per year. Scientist salaries in Santa Cruz, CA can vary between $36,000 to $175,000 and depend on various factors, including skills, experience, employer, bonuses, tips, and more.
This data is exclusive to Mint Salary and is based on 35 tax returns from TurboTax customers who reported their occupation as scientist.
The following cities offer the highest salaries for scientists near Santa Cruz, CA: Orinda, CA ($182,500 a year), Millbrae, CA ($174,500 a year), and San Carlos, CA ($167,500 a year).
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