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Quantum Computing Scientist Salary in California

Detailed compensation breakdown, percentiles, and market demand for Quantum Computing Scientist in California.

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Demand: +30%
$325,000
/ year (Median Base Pay)
💵 Hourly Equivalent: $156.25/hr
📊 80% Range: $212,500 – $600,000
📍 Regional Multiplier: +25% vs National Baseline
10th % Entry $212,500
25th % Junior $268,750
50th % Median $325,000
75th % Senior $462,500
90th % Top 10% $600,000
Base Annual Salary $325,000
Target Annual Bonus $39,000
Annual Stock / Equity $71,500
Total Compensation (TC) $435,500
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Verified Quantum Computing Scientist Openings in California

Top employers actively hiring near or above the $325,000/yr median benchmark.

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

Clinical Scientist

Full-Time Mid-Senior
$41,659 – $47,672 per year
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Salary Progression by Experience Level in California

Estimated pay progression across career stages for Quantum Computing Scientist

Entry-Level (0 - 2 yrs)

Junior Quantum Computing Scientist

Recent graduates and early career entrants.

Median Pay
$212,500
Mid-Level (2 - 5 yrs)

Quantum Computing Scientist

Autonomous execution and domain proficiency.

Median Pay
$325,000
Senior (5 - 8 yrs)

Senior Quantum Computing Scientist

System architecture, mentorship, and project leadership.

Median Pay
$462,500
Lead / Principal (8+ yrs)

Staff / Principal

Strategic direction and cross-functional technical decisions.

Median Pay
$600,000

Quantum Computing Scientist Salary in Other US Locations

Compare regional earnings and cost-of-living adjustments

San Francisco, CA

COL Index: 179.5%
$358,800

San Jose, CA

COL Index: 174.2%
$353,600

New York, NY

COL Index: 186%
$348,400

Seattle, WA

COL Index: 148%
$332,800

Hawaii

COL Index: 179%
$332,800

Oakland, CA

COL Index: 155%
$332,800

Boston, MA

COL Index: 149%
$325,000

California

COL Index: 142%
$325,000

Role Profile & Career Requirements

Quantum Computing Scientists research quantum algorithms, qubit error correction codes, and quantum circuit simulations on superconducting hardware.

Required Education
Ph.D. in Quantum Physics, Mathematics, or Electrical Engineering
Experience Benchmark
4-8 years
10-Year Projected Growth
+30%

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Quantum Computing Scientist make in California?

The median annual salary for a Quantum Computing Scientist in California is $325,000, with entry-level professionals earning around $212,500 and top 10% senior specialists earning up to $600,000.

What is the average hourly rate for a Quantum Computing Scientist in California?

On average, a Quantum Computing Scientist in California makes approximately $156.25 per hour based on a standard 2,080-hour work year.

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