Biologists Salary in Oregon
Biologists in Oregon earn a median of $86,260 a year, −13% 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
- $86,260
- vs. U.S. median
- −13% ($98,920)
- Rank among states
- 26 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 700
Pay range in Oregon
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,380; the top 10% earn over $120,950. Nationally the range is $60,430 to $168,010.
States ranked near Oregon
Similar jobs in Oregon
- Geneticists$86,260 median in Oregon (broader BLS group)
- Bioinformatics Scientists$86,260 median in Oregon (broader BLS group)
- Microbiologists$89,220 median in Oregon
- Molecular and Cellular Biologists$86,260 median in Oregon (broader BLS group)
- Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$111,030 median in Oregon
- Soil and Plant Scientists$85,150 median in Oregon
Biologists pay in Oregon
How much do biologists make in Oregon?
The median is $86,260 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,380 and the top 10% earn over $120,950. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Oregon a good state for biologists?
On pay alone it ranks 26 of 50 (−13% vs. the national median of $98,920). Living costs are not included.