How much does a biochemist and biophysicist make in Miami?
Median yearly pay for biochemist and biophysicists in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL metro area. That is $69.98 an hour or $12,130 a month.
- Hourly
- $69.98
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among cities
- 4 of 47
- Jobs in the area
- 50
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $91,040 | $43.77 | |
| 25th | $91,040 | $43.77 | |
| Median | $145,600 | $69.98 | |
| 75th | $174,900 | $84.09 | |
| 90th | $223,500 | $107.45 |
Other cities in Florida
Median yearly pay for biochemist and biophysicists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Miami
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physicist | $272,500 |
| Psychologist | $145,900 |
| Physical Scientist | $130,900 |
| Atmospheric and Space Scientist | $122,700 |
| Economist | $118,000 |
| Soil and Plant Scientist | $103,700 |
| Geoscientist | $101,800 |
| School Psychologist | $100,800 |
| Biological Scientist | $97,510 |
| Urban and Regional Planner | $97,160 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biochemist and biophysicist make an hour in Miami?
The median hourly pay in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL metro area is $69.98 ($145,600 a year).
Do biochemist and biophysicists make more in Miami than the national average?
Yes: $145,600 against $127,400 nationally, 14% more.
How does Miami compare with the rest of Florida?
The median in Florida is $157,400, so Miami pays 8% less.
Where does Miami rank for biochemist and biophysicist pay?
4 of 47 metro areas with data.
How much does a biochemist and biophysicist make starting out in Miami?
The lowest-paid 10% make $91,040 or less a year; the top 10% make $223,500 or more.
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.