Advanced Scientist Salary in the United States

How much does an Advanced Scientist make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Advanced Scientist in the United States is $106,910 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

However, an Advanced Scientist's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $134,617
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $95,175 to $121,413
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $84,491

Key Factors That Influence Advanced Scientist Salaries

An Advanced Scientist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Advanced Scientist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Advanced Scientist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $88,423
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $106,676
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $103,889
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $121,428
  • Expert (over 8 years): $152,215
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Human Resources Generalist III less than 1 year $88,423
Human Resources Generalist IV 1-2 years $106,676
Advanced Scientist 2-4 years $103,889
Human Resources Manager 5-8 years $121,428
Associate Human Resources Director over 8 years $152,215

Top Paying Cities for Advanced Scientist

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $134,846
  • San Francisco: $133,369
  • Oakland: $130,558

Advanced Scientist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Advanced Scientist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Advanced Scientist positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Advanced Scientist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Advanced Scientist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense $128,292 $62.0 20%

How Education impacts an Advanced Scientist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Advanced Scientist professionals enter the field with a Bachelor's degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Advanced Scientist with a Bachelor's is between $104,421 and $113,113.

Advanced Scientist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Advanced Scientist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 2.3%
High School 12.9%
Associate's Degree 13.5%
Bachelor's Degree 49.7%
Master's Degree or MBA 21.1%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0.6%

Advanced Scientist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Advanced Scientist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$95,175
Average $106,910/year
$121,413
$7,931
Average $8,909/month
$10,118
$1,830
Average $2,056/week
$2,335
$46
Average $51/hour
$58
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $121,413 $10,118 $2,335 $58
Average $106,910 $8,909 $2,056 $51
25th Percentile $95,175 $7,931 $1,830 $46

Most common benefits for Advanced Scientist

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Advanced Scientist

Here are companies hiring for Advanced Scientist and their salaries, click below for more details.

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    Confidential | Columbus, OH

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    Confidential | Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Advanced Scientist

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Advanced Scientist?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Advanced Scientist roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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