Medical Scientists Salary in New York
Medical Scientists in New York earn a median of $87,760 a year, −15% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $87,760
- vs. U.S. median
- −15% ($103,410)
- Rank among states
- 25 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 7,690
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $67,490; the top 10% earn over $177,510. Nationally the range is $64,800 to $177,780.
States ranked near New York
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Medical Scientists pay in New York
How much do medical scientists make in New York?
The median is $87,760 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $67,490 and the top 10% earn over $177,510. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for medical scientists?
On pay alone it ranks 25 of 46 (−15% vs. the national median of $103,410). Living costs are not included.