Biochemists and Biophysicists Salary in Cleveland, OH

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Cleveland, OH

Median annual salary $82,120 -20.8% vs national
Median hourly $39.48
10th percentile $51,280
90th percentile $128,580
Employed locally 60
National median $103,650

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,280
    25th
    $66,670
    50th (median)
    $82,120
    75th
    $100,280
    90th
    $128,580

    Cleveland economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $68,507 2023 • Census ACS
    Biochemists and Biophysicists salary vs area income 120% Median Biochemists and Biophysicists salary is 20% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Biochemists and Biophysicists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Jacksonville, FL $174,880
    Knoxville, TN $149,140
    Florida $148,880
    Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL $144,180
    Arkansas $143,490
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $140,850

    Nearby metros — Biochemists and Biophysicists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Columbus, OH $92,410
    Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN $90,780
    Ohio $83,150

    Related occupations in Cleveland, OH

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $82,290
    Chemists $78,230
    Biological Technicians $50,040
    Chemical Technicians $57,300
    School Psychologists $84,860
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $76,700

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Biochemists and Biophysicists make per hour in Cleveland?

    The median hourly wage for Biochemists and Biophysicists in Cleveland, OH is $39.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.82 or more per hour.

    Is Cleveland above or below average for Biochemists and Biophysicists salaries?

    The median Biochemists and Biophysicists salary in Cleveland, OH is 20.8% below the national median of $103,650. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Biochemists and Biophysicists in Cleveland?

    Entry-level Biochemists and Biophysicists (10th percentile) earn around $51,280 per year in Cleveland, OH. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $66,670.