How much does a medical scientist make in Washington?
$105,700a year
Median yearly pay for medical scientists in Washington. That is $50.81 an hour or $8,807 a month.
- Hourly
- $50.81
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 6,150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $69,500Median: $105,700Highest 10%: $173,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $69,500 | $33.41 | |
| 25th | $80,950 | $38.92 | |
| Median | $105,700 | $50.81 | |
| 75th | $135,900 | $65.34 | |
| 90th | $173,100 | $83.24 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kennewick, WA | $122,200 |
| Olympia, WA | $118,300 |
| Portland, OR | $112,600 |
| Seattle, WA | $105,400 |
| Spokane, WA | $92,010 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for medical scientists.
| 5. Arizona | $116,800 |
| 6. Oregon | $111,000 |
| 7. Maryland | $106,000 |
| 8. Washington | $105,700 |
| 9. Alaska | $104,900 |
| 10. Rhode Island | $103,400 |
| 11. North Carolina | $103,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical scientist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $50.81 ($105,700 a year).
Do medical scientists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $105,700 against $103,400 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Washington rank for medical scientist pay?
Washington ranks 8 of 46 states.
Which city in Washington pays medical scientists the most?
Kennewick-Richland, WA, with a median of $122,200 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.