Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists pay in New Jersey
In New Jersey, the median pay for medical scientists, except epidemiologists is $62.16 an hour ($129,280 a year). About 6,120 people work in this job there.
That is 25% higher than the U.S. median ($103,410). New Jersey ranks 2nd of 46 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for medical scientists, except epidemiologists in New Jersey
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $37.28 | $77,540 |
| 25% of workers | $45.92 | $95,520 |
| Half of workers (median) | $62.16 | $129,280 |
| 75% of workers | $79.29 | $164,930 |
| 90% of workers | $104.16 | $216,650 |
Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists pay in New Jersey metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Trenton-Princeton | $133,870 | 700 |
New Jersey 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)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Biochemists and Biophysicists | $122,620 |
| Microbiologists | $96,020 |
| Food Scientists and Technologists | $104,340 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $104,750 |
| Conservation Scientists | $64,020 |
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