Biologists Salary in Arizona
Biologists in Arizona earn a median of $90,290 a year, −9% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Biological Scientists, All Other”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $90,290
- vs. U.S. median
- −9% ($98,920)
- Rank among states
- 24 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 760
Pay range in Arizona
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $62,420; the top 10% earn over $114,580. Nationally the range is $60,430 to $168,010.
States ranked near Arizona
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- Molecular and Cellular Biologists$90,290 median in Arizona (broader BLS group)
- Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$116,820 median in Arizona
- Soil and Plant Scientists$83,840 median in Arizona
Biologists pay in Arizona
How much do biologists make in Arizona?
The median is $90,290 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $62,420 and the top 10% earn over $114,580. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Arizona a good state for biologists?
On pay alone it ranks 24 of 50 (−9% vs. the national median of $98,920). Living costs are not included.