Epidemiologists Salary in Miami, FL

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

Median annual salary $98,940 +17.8% vs national
Median hourly $47.57
10th percentile $52,420
90th percentile $122,900
National median $83,980

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,420
    25th
    $59,990
    50th (median)
    $98,940
    75th
    $112,550
    90th
    $122,900

    Miami economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $73,481 2023 • Census ACS
    Epidemiologists salary vs area income 135% Median Epidemiologists salary is 35% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Epidemiologists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Durham-Chapel Hill, NC $139,670
    Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY $130,620
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $126,390
    New Jersey $110,240
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $106,660
    Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV $105,670

    Nearby metros — Epidemiologists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Jacksonville, FL $81,120
    Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL $78,370
    Florida $76,300

    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 Epidemiologists make per hour in Miami?

    The median hourly wage for Epidemiologists in Miami, FL is $47.57, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.07 or more per hour.

    Is Miami above or below average for Epidemiologists salaries?

    The median Epidemiologists salary in Miami, FL is 17.8% above the national median of $83,980. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Epidemiologists in Miami?

    Entry-level Epidemiologists (10th percentile) earn around $52,420 per year in Miami, FL. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,990.