Medical Scientists Salary in Arizona
Medical Scientists in Arizona earn a median of $116,820 a year, +13% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $116,820
- vs. U.S. median
- +13% ($103,410)
- Rank among states
- 5 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 2,190
Pay range in Arizona
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $70,430; the top 10% earn over $154,550. Nationally the range is $64,800 to $177,780.
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Medical Scientists pay in Arizona
How much do medical scientists make in Arizona?
The median is $116,820 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $70,430 and the top 10% earn over $154,550. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Arizona a good state for medical scientists?
On pay alone it ranks 5 of 46 (+13% vs. the national median of $103,410). Living costs are not included.