Which State Pays Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologistss the Most?

If you're a Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists, where you live matters a lot. The national median is $103,410/year, but state-level salaries vary dramatically.

Top Paying States

1. 1. California: $136,990/year
2. 2. New Jersey: $129,280/year
3. 3. Massachusetts: $128,210/year

Lowest Paying States

1. Mississippi: $54,040/year
2. North Dakota: $64,470/year
3. Vermont: $66,500/year

That's a 153% gap between the highest and lowest paying states. Of course, cost of living matters too — a high salary in an expensive state might not go as far.

But here's the thing: even after adjusting for cost of living, some states still come out ahead. Check the best cities for Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologistss to see where your salary goes furthest.