Biochemists and Biophysicists Salary in Pennsylvania
Biochemists and Biophysicists in Pennsylvania earn a median of $134,090 a year, +5% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $134,090
- vs. U.S. median
- +5% ($127,410)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 2,750
Pay range in Pennsylvania
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $82,890; the top 10% earn over $172,820. Nationally the range is $74,290 to $201,110.
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Biochemists and Biophysicists pay in Pennsylvania
How much do biochemists and biophysicists make in Pennsylvania?
The median is $134,090 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $82,890 and the top 10% earn over $172,820. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Pennsylvania a good state for biochemists and biophysicists?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 35 (+5% vs. the national median of $127,410). Living costs are not included.