How much does a Climate Scientist make?
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$82,870
/ yrThe estimated total pay for a Climate Scientist is $82,870 per year in the United States area, with an average salary of $63,272 per year. These numbers represent the median, which is the midpoint of the ranges from our proprietary Total Pay Estimate model and based on salaries collected from our users. The estimated additional pay is $19,597 per year. Additional pay could include cash bonus, commission, tips, and profit sharing. The "Most Likely Range" represents values that exist within the 25th and 75th percentile of all pay data available for this role. The typical Climate Scientist salary is $63,272. Salaries can range from $21,660 - $322,402. When factoring in additional pay and benefits, Climate Scientist in United States can expect their total pay value to be on average $82,870.
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What is the total pay trajectory for Research Scientist?
| Job Title | Salary |
|---|---|
| Research Scientist | $96,231 /yr |
| Senior Research Scientist | $105,569 /yr |
| Adjunct Research Scientist | $105,651 /yr |
What are total pay estimates for a Climate Scientist at different companies?
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$5,489
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$68,321
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See 5 salaries from all locations$63,277
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Climate Scientist Salaries
Glassdoor Economist Pay Overview
Research and science jobs offer pay well above the national average. Increased demand for STEM workers is increasing salaries in research and science. Jobs in these fields, however, often require higher education at the graduate level and/or specialized training. While domain-specific expertise gives workers in these fields access to very specialized jobs, there are also many employers who hire STEM workers for their general data and technology skills.
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Climate Scientist pay FAQ
The national average salary for a Climate Scientist is $63,272 per year in United States. Filter by location to see a Climate Scientist salaries in your area. Salaries estimates are based on 3 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by a Climate Scientist employees.
The highest salary for a Climate Scientist in United States is $262,458 per year.
The lowest salary for a Climate Scientist in United States is $15,253 per year.
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