Biologists Salary in New York
Biologists in New York earn a median of $104,120 a year, +5% 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
- $104,120
- vs. U.S. median
- +5% ($98,920)
- Rank among states
- 10 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 2,520
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $67,030; the top 10% earn over $169,890. Nationally the range is $60,430 to $168,010.
States ranked near New York
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- Molecular and Cellular Biologists$104,120 median in New York (broader BLS group)
- Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$87,760 median in New York
- Soil and Plant Scientists$77,800 median in New York
Biologists pay in New York
How much do biologists make in New York?
The median is $104,120 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $67,030 and the top 10% earn over $169,890. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for biologists?
On pay alone it ranks 10 of 50 (+5% vs. the national median of $98,920). Living costs are not included.