How much does a biological scientist make in Virginia?
$96,030a year
Median yearly pay for biological scientists in Virginia. That is $46.17 an hour or $8,003 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.17
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,650
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $64,650Median: $96,030Highest 10%: $151,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $64,650 | $31.08 | |
| 25th | $78,540 | $37.76 | |
| Median | $96,030 | $46.17 | |
| 75th | $113,600 | $54.60 | |
| 90th | $151,100 | $72.64 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $114,900 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $90,020 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $86,800 |
| Richmond, VA | $77,100 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for biological scientists.
| 12. Pennsylvania | $100,800 |
| 13. North Carolina | $100,100 |
| 14. Georgia | $96,820 |
| 15. Virginia | $96,030 |
| 16. Hawaii | $95,600 |
| 17. Ohio | $95,560 |
| 18. Colorado | $93,970 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological scientist make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $46.17 ($96,030 a year).
Do biological scientists make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $96,030 against $98,920 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Virginia rank for biological scientist pay?
Virginia ranks 15 of 50 states.
Which city in Virginia pays biological scientists the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $114,900 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.