Biochemists and Biophysicists pay in North Carolina
In North Carolina, the median pay for biochemists and biophysicists is $39.53 an hour ($82,220 a year). About 570 people work in this job there.
That is 35% lower than the U.S. median ($127,410). North Carolina ranks 26th of 35 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for biochemists and biophysicists in North Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $30.22 | $62,850 |
| 25% of workers | $32.28 | $67,140 |
| Half of workers (median) | $39.53 | $82,220 |
| 75% of workers | $57.68 | $119,960 |
| 90% of workers | $77.38 | $160,940 |
Biochemists and Biophysicists pay in North Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia | $98,820 | 50 |
| Durham-Chapel Hill | $87,650 | 260 |
| Raleigh-Cary | $79,990 | 140 |
North Carolina unemployment rate: 3.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for biochemists and biophysicists
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +12.3% over ten years, much faster than average · about 2,900 openings a year (BLS)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $102,980 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $100,070 |
| Microbiologists | $85,860 |
| Soil and Plant Scientists | $76,330 |
| Conservation Scientists | $64,460 |
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