How much does a life scientist make in Washington?
$100,400a year
Median yearly pay for life scientists in Washington. That is $48.28 an hour or $8,368 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.28
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 32
- Jobs in the state
- 240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $64,740Median: $100,400Highest 10%: $125,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $64,740 | $31.13 | |
| 25th | $81,370 | $39.12 | |
| Median | $100,400 | $48.28 | |
| 75th | $111,200 | $53.48 | |
| 90th | $125,500 | $60.32 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $109,600 |
| Seattle, WA | $103,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for life scientists.
| 8. Tennessee | $108,800 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a life scientist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $48.28 ($100,400 a year).
Do life scientists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $100,400 against $93,750 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Washington rank for life scientist pay?
Washington ranks 11 of 32 states.
Which city in Washington pays life scientists the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $109,600 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.