How much does a Research Scientist earn in Kenya?

The estimated salary for Research Scientist in Kenya ranges from KES 300,000 to KES 455,000 KES per year, depending on experience and location.

The average salary for a Research Scientist in Kenya is KES 332,500 - KES 410,000 per year.

Research Scientist Salary in Kenya

Salary estimate - 2026

Average salary

Ksh 300,000 - Ksh 455,000

Median salary

Ksh 332,500 - Ksh 410,000

Lower rangeUpper range

10th percentileKsh 230K

25th percentileKsh 300K

MedianKsh 365K

75th percentileKsh 455K

90th percentileKsh 520K

50% of professionals earn between Ksh 300,000 - Ksh 455,000 KES

The median salary is Ksh 365,000

KES 1,052,400 - 1,514,400+240%

KES 938,000 - 1,349,800+203%

KES 1,086,700 - 1,563,800+251%

KES 1,086,700 - 1,563,800+251%

KES 892,200 - 1,284,000+188%

KES 892,200 - 1,284,000+188%

KES 823,600 - 1,185,200+166%

KES 823,600 - 1,185,200+166%

KES 549,100 - 790,100+77%

KES 1,006,600 - 1,448,600+225%

Research Scientist

Research Scientist - Kenya 2026: KES 300,000 - KES 455,000. KES 371,250 (median).