Biochemists and Biophysicists Salary in Portland, ME

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Portland-South Portland, ME

Median annual salary $96,110 -7.3% vs national
Median hourly $46.21
10th percentile $62,830
90th percentile $125,380
Employed locally 340
National median $103,650

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $62,830
    25th
    $76,740
    50th (median)
    $96,110
    75th
    $101,480
    90th
    $125,380

    Portland economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $88,602 2023 • Census ACS
    Biochemists and Biophysicists salary vs area income 108% Median Biochemists and Biophysicists salary is 8% 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
    Northern New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area $96,990
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $96,160
    Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL $83,290

    Related occupations in Portland, ME

    OccupationMedian salary
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $66,790
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $88,850
    Biological Technicians $50,210
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $65,620
    Conservation Scientists $66,720
    Urban and Regional Planners $77,120

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Biochemists and Biophysicists in Portland, ME is $46.21, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $63.86 or more per hour.

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

    The median Biochemists and Biophysicists salary in Portland, ME is 7.3% 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 Portland?

    Entry-level Biochemists and Biophysicists (10th percentile) earn around $62,830 per year in Portland, ME. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $76,740.