Molecular and Cellular Biologists Salary in District of Columbia
Molecular and Cellular Biologists in District of Columbia earn a median of $84,590 a year, −14% 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
- $84,590
- vs. U.S. median
- −14% ($98,920)
- Rank among states
- 27 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 850
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $51,510; the top 10% earn over $211,910. Nationally the range is $60,430 to $168,010.
States ranked near District of Columbia
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Molecular and Cellular Biologists pay in District of Columbia
How much do molecular and cellular biologists make in District of Columbia?
The median is $84,590 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $51,510 and the top 10% earn over $211,910. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for molecular and cellular biologists?
On pay alone it ranks 27 of 50 (−14% vs. the national median of $98,920). Living costs are not included.