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Science and Technical Services Average Salaries in Saudi Arabia 2024

How much money does a person working in Science and Technical Services make in Saudi Arabia?


Average Monthly Salary
21,800 SAR
( 261,000 SAR yearly)

LOW
8,080
SAR
AVERAGE
21,800
SAR
HIGH
37,300
SAR
All salary figures displayed here are per month except when noted otherwise.
All salary and compensation figures displayed here are gross salary figures, that is the salary before tax deductions. Because taxes may differ across sectors and locations, it is difficult to accurately calculate the net salary after tax for every career.

A person working in Science and Technical Services in Saudi Arabia typically earns around 21,800 SAR. Salaries range from 8,080 SAR (lowest average) to 37,300 SAR (highest average, actual maximum salary is higher).


Salary Variance

The provided figure represents the median compensation that encompasses housing, transportation, and other perks. The salaries within the Science and Technical Services domain in Saudi Arabia exhibit significant discrepancies across various professions. In case you seek information about the remuneration of a specific position, please refer to the salaries listed below for respective job titles.

Salaries for specific jobs

Job TitleAverage Salary
Science and Technical Services
3D Lab Technologist14,800 SAR
3D Printing Specialist14,300 SAR
Algorithm Developer20,500 SAR
Analytical Chemist30,700 SAR
Anthropologist23,300 SAR
Archeologist19,800 SAR
Assistant Breeder10,300 SAR
Astronomer35,300 SAR
Atmospheric and Space Scientist28,500 SAR
Behavior Analyst20,000 SAR
Behavior Intervention Specialist21,900 SAR
Behavior Specialist20,100 SAR
Biochemist31,700 SAR
Biofuels Processing Technician12,600 SAR
Biofuels Production Manager22,200 SAR
Biologist32,000 SAR
Biomedical Laboratory Officer13,000 SAR
Biomedical Scientist35,900 SAR
Biophysicist32,700 SAR
Chemical Engineer16,300 SAR
Chemical Technologist14,400 SAR
Chemist32,900 SAR
Chief Robotics Integration Officer24,000 SAR
Chief Technologist28,700 SAR
Climate Change Analyst20,600 SAR
Clinical Laboratory Scientist35,100 SAR
Computer Scientist24,500 SAR
Conservation Scientist28,400 SAR
Data Science Specialist20,100 SAR
Data Scientist26,400 SAR
DNA Analyst32,300 SAR
Ecologist24,300 SAR
Economic Development Specialist24,300 SAR
Flavourist11,300 SAR
Food Scientist22,200 SAR
Forensic Scientist27,100 SAR
Formulation Technologist12,600 SAR
Fraud Investigator16,400 SAR
Genomics Scientist34,800 SAR
Geographer18,100 SAR
Geographic Information Systems Technician11,500 SAR
Geological Data Technician11,200 SAR
Geological Technician14,400 SAR
Geologist28,800 SAR
Geomatics Scientist27,600 SAR
Geophysical Data Technician10,400 SAR
Geospatial Information Scientist and Technologist26,200 SAR
Global Technical Lead33,000 SAR
Hydrologist22,300 SAR
Industrial Ecologist24,100 SAR
Intelligence Analyst19,600 SAR
Internet of Things (IoT) Architect17,400 SAR
Internet of Things (IoT) Compliance Analyst18,000 SAR
Internet of Things (IoT) Consultant19,000 SAR
Internet of Things (IoT) Engineer15,800 SAR
Internet of Things (IoT) Integration Specialist16,800 SAR
Internet of Things (IoT) Logistics Analyst13,400 SAR
Internet of Things (IoT) Security Analyst13,700 SAR
Internet of Things (IoT) Specialist15,400 SAR
Internet of Things (IoT) Technician12,900 SAR
Knowledge Management Specialist17,300 SAR
Lab Analyst14,000 SAR
Lab Manager24,400 SAR
Lab Technician9,770 SAR
Laboratory Manager22,300 SAR
Laboratory Researcher16,000 SAR
Laboratory Technician9,690 SAR
Life Sciences Analyst23,100 SAR
Life Scientist26,600 SAR
Marine Architect20,100 SAR
Marine Biologist23,000 SAR
Marine Superintendent13,300 SAR
Materials Analyst13,600 SAR
Materials Scientist25,100 SAR
Mathematician26,300 SAR
Medical Scientist34,600 SAR
Metallurgist23,500 SAR
Meteorologist23,300 SAR
Microbiologist33,900 SAR
Natural Language Processing Researcher20,400 SAR
Natural Resource Specialist18,400 SAR
Natural Resources Analyst19,700 SAR
Natural Sciences Manager33,400 SAR
Neurotechnology Specialist31,000 SAR
Nuclear Engineer34,300 SAR
Physical Scientist27,800 SAR
Physicist34,400 SAR
Political Scientist25,900 SAR
Polygraph Examiner9,030 SAR
Polysomnographic Technologist15,300 SAR
Product Development Scientist26,000 SAR
Quantitative Research Analyst23,100 SAR
Quantitative Researcher22,900 SAR
Quantum Algorithm Developer19,400 SAR
Quantum Computing Engineer17,400 SAR
Quantum Computing Ethics Officer16,300 SAR
Quantum Computing Specialist18,400 SAR
Radiation Protection Specialist18,400 SAR
Refrigeration Technician7,790 SAR
Research Scientist23,200 SAR
Risk Safety Engineer14,200 SAR
Robotics Architect19,300 SAR
Scientific Photographer15,000 SAR
Scientific Programmer21,100 SAR
Scientist22,900 SAR
Service Engineer15,100 SAR
Service Technician9,550 SAR
Social Science Research Assistant13,800 SAR
Social Scientist25,400 SAR
Sociologist24,200 SAR
Soil Scientist20,200 SAR
Statistical Analyst14,600 SAR
Statistical Assistant10,600 SAR
Statistician24,100 SAR
Survey Analyst14,800 SAR
Survey Researcher13,600 SAR
Surveying and Mapping Technician9,190 SAR
Team Leader21,300 SAR
Technical Manager23,900 SAR
Technical Officer10,300 SAR
Technical Service Director30,000 SAR
Technical Services Regulatory Affairs Specialist15,000 SAR
Technical Services Research and Development Manager36,100 SAR
Technical Services Research Associate16,600 SAR
Technical Services Research Coordinator16,900 SAR
Technician9,820 SAR
Water Ecologist29,100 SAR
Wearable Technology Developer17,300 SAR
Wearables Specialist14,700 SAR
Wildlife Biologist23,100 SAR


Science and Technical Services Jobs Pay Scale and Salaries in Saudi Arabia

Median and salary distribution Saudi Arabia Science and Technical Services monthly
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Salary Structure and Pay Scale Comparison

5% of people earn
20,400 SAR or more
10% of people earn
17,300 to 20,400 SAR
20% of people earn
10,700 SAR or less
65% of people earn
10,700 to 17,300 SAR
Minimum Salary
8,080 SAR
Median
20,300 SAR
Maximum
37,300 SAR




Median Salary, maximum and minimum salary, minimum wage, starting salary, and the salary range

All salary figures displayed here are per month except when noted otherwise.
  • Salary Range, Minimum Wage, and Starting Salary

    Salaries in Science and Technical Services in Saudi Arabia range from 8,080 SAR (starting average salary) to 37,300 SAR (maximum average salary, actual maximum is higher). To clarify, the number presented is not the legally mandated minimum wage. Rather, it represents the lowest figure reported in a salary survey that involved thousands of participants and professionals from across the entire country.

  • Median Salary

    The median income in the field of Science and Technical Services is 20,300 SAR, implying that half of the workforce in Saudi Arabia earns less than this figure, and the other half earns more. It represents the central value of salaries. As a rule of thumb, you would prefer to be part of the group earning above the median wage, situated on the right-hand side of the salary distribution chart.

  • Percentiles and Salary Scale

    Two values that are highly correlated with the median are the 25th and 75th percentiles. By examining the salary distribution diagram, it is possible to determine that 25% of individuals employed in Science and Technical Services in Saudi Arabia earn less than 15,700 SAR, while 75% of them earn more. Additionally, the diagram reveals that 75% of individuals earn less than 24,000 SAR, while 25% earn more than that.

  • Pay Scale Structure

    Data was regrouped into brackets to provide a better understanding of what salaries can be expected. This approach was deemed more accurate than relying solely on the average salary, as it offers greater insights into the distribution of salaries in the field of Science and Technical Services in Saudi Arabia. The analysis revealed that roughly 65% of all reported salaries fell within the range of 10,700 SAR to 17,300 SAR. Approximately 20% of salaries were below the 10,700 SAR mark, while 10% ranged from 17,300 SAR to 20,400 SAR. Only 5% of individuals earned a gross salary of 20,400 SAR or higher.

Salary Comparison by Years of Experience

How does a person's salary progress over time?

Salary Comparison By Experience Level
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The experience level is the most important factor in determining the salary. Naturally, the more years of experience the higher the wage.

Generally speaking, employees in Science and Technical Services in Saudi Arabia having experience from two to five years earn on average 32% more than freshers and juniors across all industries and disciplines.

Professionals with experience of more than five years tend to earn on average 36% more than those with five years or less of work experience.

As you hit the ten years mark, the salary increases by 21% and an additional 14% for those who have crossed the 15 years mark.

Those figures are presented as guidelines only. The numbers become more significant if you consider one job title at a time.


Change in salary based on experience varies drastically from one location to another and depends hugely on the career field as well. The data displayed here is the combined average of many different jobs. To view accurate figures, choose a specific job title.
On average, a person's salary doubles their starting salary by the time they cross the 10 years* experience mark.
* Based on the average change in salary over time. Salary variations differ from person to person.


Salary Comparison By Education

How does the education level affect your salary?

Salary Comparison By Education
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Change in salary based on education varies drastically from one location to another and depends hugely on the career field as well. The data displayed here is the combined average of multiple jobs. To view accurate figures, choose a specific job title.

It is well known that higher education equals a bigger salary, but how much more money can a degree add to your income?

We compared the salaries of professionals at the same level but with different college degree levels across many jobs in Science and Technical Services in Saudi Arabia, below are our findings.

Workers with a certificate or diploma earn on average 17% more than their peers who only reached the high school level.

Employees who earned a Bachelor's Degree earn 24% more than those who only managed to attain a certificate or diploma.

Professionals who attained a Master's Degree are awarded salaries that are 29% more than those with a Bachelor's Degree.

Finally, PhD holders earn 23% more than Master's Degree holders on average while doing the same job.


Is a Master's degree or an MBA worth it? Should you pursue higher education?

A Master's degree program or any post-graduate program in Saudi Arabia costs anywhere from 83,800 SAR to 251,000 SAR and lasts approximately two years. That is quite an investment.

Employees can't expect any salary increases during the study period, assuming they already have a job. In most cases, a salary review is conducted once education is completed and the degree has been attained.

Many people pursue higher education as a tactic to switch to a higher-paying job. The numbers seem to support this tactic. The average increase in compensation while changing jobs is approximately 10% more than the customary salary increment.

The decision really depends on the situation and experience among many other factors. Putting all variables aside, if a person can afford the costs of higher education then the return on investment is definitely worth it. Degree costs can be recovered roughly in a year or so.



Salary and Compensation Comparison By Gender / Science and Technical Services / Saudi Arabia

Salary comparison by gender Saudi Arabia Science and Technical Services monthly
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Though gender should not have an effect on pay, in reality, it does. So who gets paid more: men or women? In the field of Science and Technical Services in Saudi Arabia, the average difference between the salary of male and female employees is 13%.

Male
23,300 SAR
Female-12%
20,600 SAR
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Comparison By Gender in Saudi Arabia for all Careers

Salary comparison by gender monthly Saudi Arabia
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Average Annual Salary Increment Percentage / Science and Technical Services / Saudi Arabia

How much are annual salary increments in Saudi Arabia for individuals working in Science and Technical Services? How often do employees get salary raises?

Professionals working in Science and Technical Services in Saudi Arabia are likely to observe a salary increase of approximately 10% every 15 months. The national average annual increment for all professions combined is 8% granted to employees every 17 months.

Annual Salary Increment Rate Saudi Arabia Science and Technical Services
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The figures provided here are averages of numbers. Those figures should be taken as general guidelines. Salary increments will vary from person to person and depend on many factors, but your performance and contribution to the success of the organization remain the most important factors in determining how much and how often you will be granted a raise.

Saudi Arabia / All Professions

Annual Salary Increment Rate Saudi Arabia
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The term Annual Salary Increase usually refers to the increase in 12 calendar month period, but because it is rare that people get their salaries reviewed exactly on the one-year mark, it is more meaningful to know the frequency and the rate at the time of the increase.

How to calculate the salary increment percentage?

The annual salary Increase in a calendar year (12 months) can be easily calculated as follows: Annual Salary Increase = Increase Rate x 12 / Increase Frequency

The average salary increase in one year (12 months) in Saudi Arabia is 6%.

Worldwide Salary Raises: All Countries and All Jobs

World Average Annual Salary Increment
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Salary Packages and Schemes

Not all compensation increases are reflected directly in the salary. Some companies offer upgraded packages to their staff instead of cash money. The figures displayed here account only for direct increments to the base salary.

Bonus and Incentive Rates / Science and Technical Services / Saudi Arabia

How much and how often are bonuses being awarded?Annual Salary Bonus Rate Saudi Arabia Science and Technical Services
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45% of surveyed staff in Science and Technical Services reported that they haven't received any bonuses or incentives in the previous year while 55% said that they received at least one form of monetary bonus.

Those who got bonuses reported rates ranging from 2% to 7% of their annual salary.

Received Bonus
55%
No Bonus
45%

Types of Bonuses Considered

Individual Performance-Based Bonuses

The most standard form of bonus, where the employee is awarded based on their exceptional performance.

Company Performance Bonuses

Occasionally, some companies like to celebrate excess earnings and profits with their staff collectively in the form of bonuses that are granted to everyone. The amount of the bonus will probably be different from person to person depending on their role within the organization.

Goal-Based Bonuses

Granted upon achieving an important goal or milestone.

Holiday / End of Year Bonuses

These types of bonuses are given without a reason and usually resemble an appreciation token.

Bonuses Are Not Commissions!

People tend to confuse bonuses with commissions. A commission is a prefixed rate at which someone gets paid for items sold or deals completed while a bonus is in most cases arbitrary and unplanned.


What makes a position worthy of good bonuses and a high salary?

The main two types of jobs

Revenue GeneratorsSupporting Cast

Employees that are directly involved in generating revenue or profit for the organization. Their field of expertise usually matches the type of business.

Employees that support and facilitate the work of revenue generators. Their expertise is usually different from that of the core business operations.

Example:
A graphics designer working for a graphics designing company.

Example:
A graphic designer in the marketing department of a hospital.


Revenue generators usually get more and higher bonuses, higher salaries, and more frequent salary increments. The reason is quite simple: it is easier to quantify your value to the company in monetary terms when you participate in revenue generation.

Try to work for companies where your skills can generate revenue. We can't all generate revenue and that's perfectly fine.

Bonus Comparison by Seniority Level

Top management personnel and senior employees naturally exhibit higher bonus rates and frequencies than juniors. This is very predictable due to the inherent responsibilities of being higher in the hierarchy. People in top positions can easily get double or triple bonus rates than employees down the pyramid.

Hourly Average Wage / Science and Technical Services / Saudi Arabia


130 SAR per hour

The average hourly wage (pay per hour) in Science and Technical Services in Saudi Arabia is 130 SAR.This is the rate they get paid for every worked hour.


Hourly Wage = Annual Salary / ( 52 x 5 x 8 )

About The Hourly Pay Rate

The hourly wage is the salary paid in one worked hour. Usually, jobs are classified into two categories: salaried jobs and hourly jobs. Salaried jobs pay a fixed amount regardless of the hours worked. Hourly jobs pay per worked hour. To convert salary into hourly wage the above formula is used (assuming 5 working days in a week and 8 working hours per day which is the standard for most jobs). The hourly wage calculation may differ slightly depending on the worked hours per week and the annual vacation allowance. The figures mentioned above are good approximations and are considered to be the standard. One major difference between salaried employees and hourly paid employees is overtime eligibility. Salaried employees are usually exempt from overtime as opposed to hourly paid staff.

What is the minimum hourly rate of pay?

The minimum pay rate per hour for people working in Science and Technical Services in Saudi Arabia is 47 SAR. This is the minimum as per the gathered data in the salary survey not the minimum hourly rate mandated by law.

Salary Comparison By City

CityAverage Salary
Abha20,700 SAR
Dammam21,400 SAR
Jeddah22,600 SAR
Khubar21,100 SAR
Mecca22,200 SAR
Medina21,800 SAR
Riyadh23,000 SAR
Tabuk19,800 SAR
Taif20,200 SAR

Government vs Private Sector Salary Comparison

Where can you get paid more, working in a private company or the government? The difference between the public or government sector salaries and the private sector salaries in Saudi Arabia is 7% on average across all career fields.

Private Sector
16,100 SAR
Public Sector+7%
17,300 SAR
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Statistics and Calculation Guide

What is considered to be a good and competitive salary in Science and Technical Services in Saudi Arabia?

A good and competitive compensation would range anywhere between 20,300 SAR and 24,000 SAR. This is a very rough estimate. Experience and education play a very huge part in the final earnings.

Gross Salary (before tax) and Net Salary (after tax)

All salary and compensation figures displayed here are gross salary figures, that is the salary before tax deductions. Because taxes may differ across sectors and locations, it is difficult to accurately calculate the net salary after tax for every career.

Base / Basic Salary

The base salary for jobs in Science and Technical Services in Saudi Arabia ranges from 8,080 SAR to 15,700 SAR. The base salary depends on many factors including experience and education. It is not easy to provide a figure with very little information, so take this range with a grain of salt.


What is the difference between the median and the average salary?

Both are indicators. If your salary is higher than both the average and the median then you are doing very well. If your salary is lower than both, then many people earn more than you and there is plenty of room for improvement. If your wage is between the average and the median, then things can be a bit complicated. We wrote a guide to explain all about the different scenarios. How to compare your salary


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