Startup Research Scientist Salary

Startups pay Research Scientists a median salary of $194,160 per year. Based on 1,326 Research Scientist job postings with disclosed salaries from the last 12 months, most offers fall between $96,395 and $358,742, with an average of $204,803.

95th Percentile
$358,742
Average
$204,803
Range
$96,395 - $358,742
Sample Size
1,326
Last updated November 2026 · Data from real startup job postings · How we calculate salaries ·

Monthly Research Scientist Compensation Trends

Track how Research Scientist compensation has evolved over time. This chart shows the 95th percentile salary trends, giving you insight into competitive compensation packages for Research Scientist positions in the startup ecosystem.

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Research Scientist Salaries by Country

Country Salary
🇺🇸 United States $343,721

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