How much does a biochemist and biophysicist make in California?
$139,600a year
Median yearly pay for biochemist and biophysicists in California. That is $67.11 an hour or $11,630 a month.
- Hourly
- $67.11
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 3,240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $83,580Median: $139,600Highest 10%: $208,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $83,580 | $40.18 | |
| 25th | $105,900 | $50.92 | |
| Median | $139,600 | $67.11 | |
| 75th | $180,000 | $86.53 | |
| 90th | $208,200 | $100.10 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| San Francisco, CA | $165,100 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $131,700 |
| Riverside, CA | $129,500 |
| San Jose, CA | $124,100 |
| San Diego, CA | $121,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for biochemist and biophysicists.
| 1. Florida | $157,400 |
| 2. California | $139,600 |
| 3. Tennessee | $134,600 |
| 4. Pennsylvania | $134,100 |
| 5. Connecticut | $132,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biochemist and biophysicist make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $67.11 ($139,600 a year).
Do biochemist and biophysicists make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $139,600 against $127,400 nationally, 10% more.
Where does California rank for biochemist and biophysicist pay?
California ranks 2 of 35 states.
Which city in California pays biochemist and biophysicists the most?
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA, with a median of $165,100 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.