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US Department of Defense Scientist salary in the United States

Average salary
$101,000/yr
Based on 948 income tax records
$49,000
$160,000
Age:
Average salary by age
18-25
26-35
36-45
46-55
56+
 
$69K
 
$84K
 
$102K
 
$117K
 
$131K
$49,000
$160,000
How much do Scientists make?
The average total salary for a US Department of Defense Scientist is $101,000 per year. This is based on data from 948 TurboTax users who reported their occupation as Scientist and includes taxable wages, tips, bonuses, and more. Scientist salary can vary between $49,000 to $160,000 depending on factors including education, skills, experience, employer & location. Read more
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Based on income reported to the IRS in box 1 of W-2.

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US Department of Defense Scientist salary by location

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US Department of Defense Scientist demographics

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42% are single
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58% are married
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45% have kids
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69% own a home

Effective Tax Rates for US Department of Defense Scientists

948 full-time salaries from 2019
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The average salary for a scientist in the United States is $101,000 per year. Scientist salaries in the United States can vary between $49,000 to $160,000 and depend on various factors, including skills, experience, employer, bonuses, tips, and more.
This data is exclusive to Mint Salary and is based on 948 tax returns from TurboTax customers who reported their occupation as scientist.
The following cities offer the highest salaries for scientists in the United States: Baltimore Metro Area, MD ($121,000 a year), Washington Metro Area, DC ($110,000 a year), and Dayton Metro Area, OH ($106,000 a year).
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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
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Total salary ranges shown here exclude outliers.