How much does a life scientist make in Massachusetts?
$125,300a year
Median yearly pay for life scientists in Massachusetts. That is $60.22 an hour or $10,440 a month.
- Hourly
- $60.22
- Vs. national median
- +34%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 32
- Jobs in the state
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $83,200Median: $125,300Highest 10%: $195,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $83,200 | $40.00 | |
| 25th | $93,600 | $45.00 | |
| Median | $125,300 | $60.22 | |
| 75th | $177,300 | $85.22 | |
| 90th | $195,200 | $93.84 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $115,200 |
| Providence, RI | $64,320 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for life scientists.
| 1. South Carolina | $169,400 |
| 2. District of Columbia | $167,600 |
| 3. Massachusetts | $125,300 |
| 4. Arizona | $122,600 |
| 5. Oregon | $113,500 |
| 6. Alabama | $110,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a life scientist make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $60.22 ($125,300 a year).
Do life scientists make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $125,300 against $93,750 nationally, 34% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for life scientist pay?
Massachusetts ranks 3 of 32 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays life scientists the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $115,200 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.