How much does a life scientist make in Florida?
$91,900a year
Median yearly pay for life scientists in Florida. That is $44.18 an hour or $7,658 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.18
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 32
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,810Median: $91,900Highest 10%: $175,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,810 | $30.20 | |
| 25th | $90,650 | $43.58 | |
| Median | $91,900 | $44.18 | |
| 75th | $160,600 | $77.23 | |
| 90th | $175,000 | $84.13 |
Cities in Florida
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for life scientists.
| 9. New Jersey | $103,900 |
| 10. California | $102,800 |
| 11. Washington | $100,400 |
| 12. Florida | $91,900 |
| 13. New York | $86,790 |
| 14. Wisconsin | $85,080 |
| 15. Georgia | $83,990 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a life scientist make an hour in Florida?
The median hourly pay in Florida is $44.18 ($91,900 a year).
Do life scientists make more in Florida than the national average?
No: $91,900 against $93,750 nationally, 2% less.
Where does Florida rank for life scientist pay?
Florida ranks 12 of 32 states.
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.