Life Scientists, All Other Salary (2025)
Based on 7,460 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $58,670 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $68,990 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $93,750 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $131,910 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $186,260 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$59K
25th
$69K
Median
$94K
75th
$132K
90th
$186K
Highest Paying States for Life Scientists, All Other
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $174,210 |
| South Carolina | $166,780 |
| Massachusetts | $131,800 |
| Arizona | $128,220 |
| Maryland | $121,910 |
| Oregon | $119,470 |
| California | $117,510 |
| Alabama | $112,420 |
| New Jersey | $110,390 |
| Tennessee | $109,650 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Life Scientists, All Other salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $174,210 per year, while Tennessee has an average of $109,650 — a difference of $64,560. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Life Scientists, All Other
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 7,460 workers were employed as Life Scientists, All Others in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations. The annual mean wage of $107,860 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 19-1099