How much does a biological scientist make in Arizona?
$90,290a year
Median yearly pay for biological scientists in Arizona. That is $43.41 an hour or $7,524 a month.
- Hourly
- $43.41
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among states
- 24 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 760
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,420Median: $90,290Highest 10%: $114,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,420 | $30.01 | |
| 25th | $76,990 | $37.01 | |
| Median | $90,290 | $43.41 | |
| 75th | $106,100 | $51.00 | |
| 90th | $114,600 | $55.09 |
Cities in Arizona
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Tucson, AZ | $96,300 |
| Phoenix, AZ | $95,780 |
| Flagstaff, AZ | $86,260 |
| Yuma, AZ | $76,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for biological scientists.
| 21. South Carolina | $91,560 |
| 22. Wyoming | $91,560 |
| 23. Mississippi | $91,170 |
| 24. Arizona | $90,290 |
| 25. Alabama | $87,260 |
| 26. Oregon | $86,260 |
| 27. District of Columbia | $84,590 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological scientist make an hour in Arizona?
The median hourly pay in Arizona is $43.41 ($90,290 a year).
Do biological scientists make more in Arizona than the national average?
No: $90,290 against $98,920 nationally, 9% less.
Where does Arizona rank for biological scientist pay?
Arizona ranks 24 of 50 states.
Which city in Arizona pays biological scientists the most?
Tucson, AZ, with a median of $96,300 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.