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Computer Vision Scientist Salary in San Francisco, CA

Detailed compensation breakdown, percentiles, and market demand for Computer Vision Scientist in San Francisco, CA.

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Demand: +23% (High Demand)
$269,100
/ year (Median Base Pay)
💵 Hourly Equivalent: $129.38/hr
📊 80% Range: $193,200 – $469,200
📍 Regional Multiplier: +38% vs National Baseline
10th % Entry $193,200
25th % Junior $231,150
50th % Median $269,100
75th % Senior $369,150
90th % Top 10% $469,200
Base Annual Salary $269,100
Target Annual Bonus $32,292
Annual Stock / Equity $59,202
Total Compensation (TC) $360,594
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Verified Computer Vision Scientist Openings in San Francisco, CA

Top employers actively hiring near or above the $269,100/yr median benchmark.

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Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust • 📍 Cambridge, East of England, England

Clinical Scientist

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$41,659 – $47,672 per year
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Salary Progression by Experience Level in San Francisco, CA

Estimated pay progression across career stages for Computer Vision Scientist

Entry-Level (0 - 2 yrs)

Junior Computer Vision Scientist

Recent graduates and early career entrants.

Median Pay
$193,200
Mid-Level (2 - 5 yrs)

Computer Vision Scientist

Autonomous execution and domain proficiency.

Median Pay
$269,100
Senior (5 - 8 yrs)

Senior Computer Vision Scientist

System architecture, mentorship, and project leadership.

Median Pay
$369,150
Lead / Principal (8+ yrs)

Staff / Principal

Strategic direction and cross-functional technical decisions.

Median Pay
$469,200

Computer Vision Scientist Salary in Other US Locations

Compare regional earnings and cost-of-living adjustments

San Francisco, CA

COL Index: 179.5%
$269,100

San Jose, CA

COL Index: 174.2%
$265,200

New York, NY

COL Index: 186%
$261,300

Seattle, WA

COL Index: 148%
$249,600

Hawaii

COL Index: 179%
$249,600

Oakland, CA

COL Index: 155%
$249,600

Boston, MA

COL Index: 149%
$243,750

California

COL Index: 142%
$243,750

Role Profile & Career Requirements

A Computer Vision Scientist leads technical design, operational execution, and industry best practices in their specialized sector. High demand and strong compensation growth projected through 2026-2032.

Required Education
Bachelor's, Master's, or Industry Professional License
Experience Benchmark
2-6 years
10-Year Projected Growth
+23% (High Demand)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Computer Vision Scientist make in San Francisco, CA?

The median annual salary for a Computer Vision Scientist in San Francisco, CA is $269,100, with entry-level professionals earning around $193,200 and top 10% senior specialists earning up to $469,200.

What is the average hourly rate for a Computer Vision Scientist in San Francisco, CA?

On average, a Computer Vision Scientist in San Francisco, CA makes approximately $129.38 per hour based on a standard 2,080-hour work year.

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