Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists pay in Massachusetts
In Massachusetts, the median pay for medical scientists, except epidemiologists is $61.64 an hour ($128,210 a year). About 17,100 people work in this job there.
That is 24% higher than the U.S. median ($103,410). Massachusetts ranks 3rd of 46 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for medical scientists, except epidemiologists in Massachusetts
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $37.40 | $77,790 |
| 25% of workers | $46.88 | $97,520 |
| Half of workers (median) | $61.64 | $128,210 |
| 75% of workers | $80.74 | $167,940 |
| 90% of workers | $100.24 | $208,490 |
Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists pay in Massachusetts metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton | $129,500 | 16,060 |
| Worcester | $105,310 | 620 |
| Springfield | $84,190 | 60 |
Massachusetts unemployment rate: 4.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for medical scientists, except epidemiologists
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 to 8 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +12.6% over ten years, much faster than average · about 10,500 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Massachusetts
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Biochemists and Biophysicists | $131,600 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $107,100 |
| Microbiologists | $122,350 |
| Conservation Scientists | $78,740 |
| Epidemiologists | $115,890 |
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