Biologists Salary in Washington
Biologists in Washington earn a median of $108,110 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
- $108,110
- vs. U.S. median
- +9% ($98,920)
- Rank among states
- 5 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 2,620
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $72,040; the top 10% earn over $172,800. Nationally the range is $60,430 to $168,010.
States ranked near Washington
Similar jobs in Washington
- Geneticists$108,110 median in Washington (broader BLS group)
- Bioinformatics Scientists$108,110 median in Washington (broader BLS group)
- Microbiologists$77,690 median in Washington
- Molecular and Cellular Biologists$108,110 median in Washington (broader BLS group)
- Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$105,680 median in Washington
- Soil and Plant Scientists$79,970 median in Washington
Biologists pay in Washington
How much do biologists make in Washington?
The median is $108,110 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $72,040 and the top 10% earn over $172,800. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for biologists?
On pay alone it ranks 5 of 50 (+9% vs. the national median of $98,920). Living costs are not included.