How much does a medical scientist make in Syracuse?
$138,900a year
Median yearly pay for medical scientists in the Syracuse, NY metro area. That is $66.80 an hour or $11,580 a month.
- Hourly
- $66.80
- Vs. national median
- +34%
- Rank among cities
- 10 of 178
- Jobs in the area
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $73,410Median: $138,900Highest 10%: $299,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $73,410 | $35.29 | |
| 25th | $105,400 | $50.69 | |
| Median | $138,900 | $66.80 | |
| 75th | $299,400 | $143.96 | |
| 90th | $299,400 | $143.96 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for medical scientists.
| New York, NY | $103,400 |
| Buffalo, NY | $101,400 |
| Albany, NY | $95,800 |
| Rochester, NY | $64,560 |
Related jobs in Syracuse
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $106,400 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $95,180 |
| School Psychologist | $86,130 |
| Chemist | $82,410 |
| Biological Scientist | $82,190 |
| Geoscientist | $78,680 |
| Urban and Regional Planner | $78,240 |
| Environmental Scientist and Specialist | $77,450 |
| Chemical Technician | $65,060 |
| Biological Technician | $63,060 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical scientist make an hour in Syracuse?
The median hourly pay in the Syracuse, NY metro area is $66.80 ($138,900 a year).
Do medical scientists make more in Syracuse than the national average?
Yes: $138,900 against $103,400 nationally, 34% more.
How does Syracuse compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $87,760, so Syracuse pays 58% more.
Where does Syracuse rank for medical scientist pay?
10 of 178 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical scientist make starting out in Syracuse?
The lowest-paid 10% make $73,410 or less a year; the top 10% make $299,400 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.