Biochemists and Biophysicists Salary in Miami, FL

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL

Median annual salary $144,180 +39.1% vs national
Median hourly $69.32
10th percentile $52,960
90th percentile $210,430
Employed locally 110
National median $103,650

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,960
    25th
    $84,030
    50th (median)
    $144,180
    75th
    $173,920
    90th
    $210,430

    Miami economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $73,481 2023 • Census ACS
    Biochemists and Biophysicists salary vs area income 196% Median Biochemists and Biophysicists salary is 96% 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
    Arkansas $143,490
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $140,850
    Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT $135,320

    Nearby metros — Biochemists and Biophysicists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Jacksonville, FL $174,880
    Florida $148,880
    Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL $83,290

    Related occupations in Miami, FL

    OccupationMedian salary
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $77,140
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $104,660
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $79,110
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $65,310
    Biological Technicians $49,650
    Biological Scientists, All Other $77,270

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Biochemists and Biophysicists in Miami, FL is $69.32, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $107.45 or more per hour.

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

    The median Biochemists and Biophysicists salary in Miami, FL is 39.1% above 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 Miami?

    Entry-level Biochemists and Biophysicists (10th percentile) earn around $52,960 per year in Miami, FL. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $84,030.