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Life Scientists, All Other in District of Columbia
Life scientists not classified in more specific occupations work in research, analysis, and applied roles across biology, ecology, microbiology, and related fields. They are employed by universities, government agencies, pharmaceutical companies, environmental organizations, and biotech firms, conducting investigations into living organisms and biological systems. In District of Columbia the median pay is $167,640 a year, 79% above the national median of $93,750.
$167,640median pay in District of Columbia, per year
$141,610–$241,260middle half earn
50employed in District of Columbia
$93,750U.S. median, for comparison
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What it takes
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Life Scientists, All Other.
Licenses and training in District of Columbia
Life Scientists, All Other pay in other states
South Carolina · $169,440Massachusetts · $125,260Arizona · $122,580Oregon · $113,450Alabama · $110,560Maryland · $109,700Tennessee · $108,770New Jersey · $103,890California · $102,830Washington · $100,420
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Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against life scientists, all other and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
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O*NET-SOC 19-1099.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, District of Columbia, annual.