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How much does a life scientist make in Ohio?

$62,950a year

Median yearly pay for life scientists in Ohio. That is $30.26 an hour or $5,246 a month.

Hourly
$30.26
Vs. national median
-33%
Rank among states
32 of 32
Jobs in the state
50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,550Median: $62,950Highest 10%: $162,700
PercentileYearlyHourly
10th$46,550$22.38
25th$54,070$26.00
Median$62,950$30.26
75th$131,400$63.17
90th$162,700$78.22

Cities in Ohio

Metro areas, median yearly pay.

No city data for this job.
Salaries for every job in Ohio

Nearby in the ranking

States with similar pay for life scientists.

29. Minnesota$64,610
30. Iowa$64,270
31. Michigan$63,960
32. Ohio$62,950
Life Scientist salary in all states

Frequently asked questions

How much does a life scientist make an hour in Ohio?

The median hourly pay in Ohio is $30.26 ($62,950 a year).

Do life scientists make more in Ohio than the national average?

No: $62,950 against $93,750 nationally, 33% less.

Where does Ohio rank for life scientist pay?

Ohio ranks 32 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.