Medical Scientists Salary in District of Columbia
Medical Scientists in District of Columbia earn a median of $101,940 a year, −1% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $101,940
- vs. U.S. median
- −1% ($103,410)
- Rank among states
- 15 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 670
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $66,100; the top 10% earn over $195,190. Nationally the range is $64,800 to $177,780.
States ranked near District of Columbia
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Medical Scientists pay in District of Columbia
How much do medical scientists make in District of Columbia?
The median is $101,940 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $66,100 and the top 10% earn over $195,190. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for medical scientists?
On pay alone it ranks 15 of 46 (−1% vs. the national median of $103,410). Living costs are not included.