How much does a biological scientist make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for biological scientists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $55.25 an hour or $9,577 a month.
- Hourly
- $55.25
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among cities
- 6 of 156
- Jobs in the area
- 5,720
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $64,480 | $31.00 | |
| 25th | $85,770 | $41.24 | |
| Median | $114,900 | $55.25 | |
| 75th | $146,400 | $70.36 | |
| 90th | $195,200 | $93.84 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for biological scientists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physicist | $171,600 |
| Physical Scientist | $171,000 |
| Astronomer | $156,800 |
| Economist | $156,800 |
| Political Scientist | $156,700 |
| Hydrologist | $152,700 |
| Chemist | $144,700 |
| Social Scientist and Related Worker | $138,300 |
| Geoscientist | $132,600 |
| Psychologist | $129,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological scientist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $55.25 ($114,900 a year).
Do biological scientists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $114,900 against $98,920 nationally, 16% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $84,590, so Washington pays 36% more.
Where does Washington rank for biological scientist pay?
6 of 156 metro areas with data.
How much does a biological scientist make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $64,480 or less a year; the top 10% make $195,200 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.