What is the average Research Scientist salary in Pittsburgh?

The average Research Scientist salary in Pittsburgh, PA is $113,087 per year, based on 55 active job listings.

What is the salary range for Research Scientist in Pittsburgh?

Research Scientist salaries in Pittsburgh, PA range from $20,000 to $140,000 per year.

Research Scientist Salary in Pittsburgh {} JSON

Salary data for Research Scientist positions in Pittsburgh, PA based on 55 active listings. Updated April 21, 2026.

$113,087

Average / yr

$120,000

Median / yr

$80,000

25th Percentile

$140,000

75th Percentile

$20,000

Min / yr

$140,000

Max / yr

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Salary Distribution — Research Scientist in Pittsburgh

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Research Scientist — City Comparison

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Research Scientist Salaries in Other Cities

Memphis, TN $113,087/yr Grand Rapids, MI $113,087/yr Helena, MT $113,087/yr Baltimore, MD $113,087/yr Tacoma, WA $113,087/yr Aurora, CO $113,087/yr Toledo, OH $113,087/yr Atlanta, GA $113,087/yr Jackson, MS $113,087/yr Knoxville, TN $113,087/yr

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