How much does a biological scientist make in Massachusetts?
$107,100a year
Median yearly pay for biological scientists in Massachusetts. That is $51.49 an hour or $8,925 a month.
- Hourly
- $51.49
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 2,930
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $69,500Median: $107,100Highest 10%: $194,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $69,500 | $33.41 | |
| 25th | $84,390 | $40.57 | |
| Median | $107,100 | $51.49 | |
| 75th | $162,200 | $77.97 | |
| 90th | $194,100 | $93.29 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $110,400 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $108,900 |
| Providence, RI | $101,800 |
| Worcester, MA | $96,550 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $78,120 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for biological scientists.
| 3. Delaware | $113,400 |
| 4. Connecticut | $111,900 |
| 5. Washington | $108,100 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $107,100 |
| 7. Alaska | $106,900 |
| 8. New Jersey | $104,800 |
| 9. Maine | $104,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological scientist make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $51.49 ($107,100 a year).
Do biological scientists make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $107,100 against $98,920 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for biological scientist pay?
Massachusetts ranks 6 of 50 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays biological scientists the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $110,400 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.