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.
Top paying industries
The top 3 paying industries for Principal Statistical Programmer in United States are Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology with a median total pay of $176,549, Information Technology with a median total pay of $149,375 and Healthcare with a median total pay of $137,364.
Frequently asked questions about Principal Statistical Programmer salaries
The average salary for Principal Statistical Programmer is $187,478 per year or $90 per hour, with top earners making up to $318,179 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $143,369 (25th percentile) to $249,081 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 271 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Principal Statistical Programmer employees.
The highest salary for Principal Statistical Programmer is $249,081 per year, $20,757 per month or $120 per hour.
The lowest salary for Principal Statistical Programmer is $143,369 per year, $11,947 per month or $69 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Principal Statistical Programmer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $84,943 per year (estimate) and goes up to $247,327 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
Vericel Corporation
Alexion Pharmaceuticals
Biogen
Covanex