Biochemists and Biophysicists pay in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, the median pay for biochemists and biophysicists is $64.47 an hour ($134,090 a year). About 2,750 people work in this job there.
That is 5% higher than the U.S. median ($127,410). Pennsylvania ranks 4th of 35 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for biochemists and biophysicists in Pennsylvania
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $39.85 | $82,890 |
| 25% of workers | $50.72 | $105,490 |
| Half of workers (median) | $64.47 | $134,090 |
| 75% of workers | $82.43 | $171,450 |
| 90% of workers | $83.09 | $172,820 |
Biochemists and Biophysicists pay in Pennsylvania metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington | $134,090 | 3,050 |
| Pittsburgh | $125,020 | 140 |
Pennsylvania unemployment rate: 3.7% (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)
Related jobs in Pennsylvania
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $99,190 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $100,780 |
| Conservation Scientists | $61,480 |
| Microbiologists | $84,650 |
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