Molecular and Cellular Biologists Salary in California
Molecular and Cellular Biologists in California earn a median of $113,530 a year, +15% 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
- $113,530
- vs. U.S. median
- +15% ($98,920)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 11,880
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $69,770; the top 10% earn over $189,710. Nationally the range is $60,430 to $168,010.
States ranked near California
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- Biologists$113,530 median in California (broader BLS group)
Molecular and Cellular Biologists pay in California
How much do molecular and cellular biologists make in California?
The median is $113,530 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $69,770 and the top 10% earn over $189,710. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for molecular and cellular biologists?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 50 (+15% vs. the national median of $98,920). Living costs are not included.