Biologists Salary in District of Columbia
Biologists in District of Columbia earn a median of $84,590 a year, −14% 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
- $84,590
- vs. U.S. median
- −14% ($98,920)
- Rank among states
- 27 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 850
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $51,510; the top 10% earn over $211,910. Nationally the range is $60,430 to $168,010.
States ranked near District of Columbia
Similar jobs in District of Columbia
- Geneticists$84,590 median in District of Columbia (broader BLS group)
- Bioinformatics Scientists$84,590 median in District of Columbia (broader BLS group)
- Molecular and Cellular Biologists$84,590 median in District of Columbia (broader BLS group)
- Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$101,940 median in District of Columbia
- Soil and Plant Scientists$107,140 median in District of Columbia
- Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$132,620 median in District of Columbia
Biologists pay in District of Columbia
How much do biologists make in District of Columbia?
The median is $84,590 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $51,510 and the top 10% earn over $211,910. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for biologists?
On pay alone it ranks 27 of 50 (−14% vs. the national median of $98,920). Living costs are not included.