How much does a biological scientist make in Eugene?
$76,400a year
Median yearly pay for biological scientists in the Eugene-Springfield, OR metro area. That is $36.73 an hour or $6,367 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.73
- Vs. national median
- -23%
- Rank among cities
- 135 of 156
- Jobs in the area
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,110Median: $76,400Highest 10%: $109,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,110 | $29.38 | |
| 25th | $64,710 | $31.11 | |
| Median | $76,400 | $36.73 | |
| 75th | $91,080 | $43.79 | |
| 90th | $109,300 | $52.55 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for biological scientists.
| Portland, OR | $95,600 |
| Corvallis, OR | $92,930 |
| Bend, OR | $83,410 |
Related jobs in Eugene
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Psychologist | $133,200 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $122,400 |
| Chemist | $102,500 |
| Urban and Regional Planner | $102,400 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $98,450 |
| Environmental Scientist and Specialist | $98,050 |
| Zoologist and Wildlife Biologist | $80,990 |
| Forester | $79,980 |
| Survey Researcher | $64,660 |
| Conservation Scientist | $61,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological scientist make an hour in Eugene?
The median hourly pay in the Eugene-Springfield, OR metro area is $36.73 ($76,400 a year).
Do biological scientists make more in Eugene than the national average?
No: $76,400 against $98,920 nationally, 23% less.
How does Eugene compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $86,260, so Eugene pays 11% less.
Where does Eugene rank for biological scientist pay?
135 of 156 metro areas with data.
How much does a biological scientist make starting out in Eugene?
The lowest-paid 10% make $61,110 or less a year; the top 10% make $109,300 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.