What are the main factors that influence a Biophysicist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for a Biophysicist?

Biophysicist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Biophysicist roles are District of Columbia $85,289, California $84,965, Massachusetts $83,833. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

Biophysicist Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Biophysicist make in Rhode Island?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Biophysicist in Rhode Island is $79,866 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

However, a Biophysicist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $104,033
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,726 to $92,516
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,226

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Biophysicist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,516	$7,710	$1,779	$44
Average	$79,866	$6,655	$1,536	$38
25th Percentile	$72,726	$6,061	$1,399	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Biophysicist Salaries

A Biophysicist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Biophysicist Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Biophysicists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $85,289.
California: $84,965.
Massachusetts: $83,833.

District of Columbia $85,289 California $84,965 Massachusetts $83,833 Washington $83,525 New Jersey $83,494 Alaska $83,386 Connecticut $82,323 New York $81,892

Hawaii $80,513 Rhode Island $79,866 Maryland $79,427 Minnesota $78,826 Colorado $78,595 Illinois $78,518 Oregon $78,225 Delaware $78,009

New Hampshire $77,874 Virginia $77,570 Pennsylvania $76,684 Nevada $76,238 North Dakota $76,091 Michigan $75,860 Wisconsin $75,775 Vermont $75,606

Texas $75,136 Maine $75,105 Arizona $75,059 Ohio $75,005 Georgia $74,296 Indiana $73,942 Wyoming $73,873 Utah $73,765

Iowa $73,719 Kansas $73,349 Louisiana $73,241 North Carolina $73,203 Missouri $73,187 Florida $72,887 Montana $72,725 Nebraska $72,571

Kentucky $72,486 South Carolina $72,178 Tennessee $71,985 Idaho $71,908 New Mexico $71,346 Oklahoma $71,223 Alabama $70,768 South Dakota $70,006

Arkansas $69,590 West Virginia $69,366 Mississippi $68,696

Top Paying Cities for Biophysicists

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $80,864
Albion: $80,181
Ashaway: $80,711

Adamsville, RI $80,864 Albion, RI $80,181 Ashaway, RI $80,711 Barrington, RI $79,970 Block Island, RI $80,415 Bradford, RI $80,662 Bristol, RI $80,278 Carolina, RI $80,529

Charlestown, RI $80,558 Chepachet, RI $80,398 Clayville, RI $80,174 Coventry, RI $80,178 West Greenwich, RI $80,399 East Greenwich, RI $80,124 Exeter, RI $80,376 Fiskeville, RI $79,968

Forestdale, RI $80,584 Foster, RI $80,356 Glendale, RI $80,591 Greene, RI $80,461 Greenville, RI $79,999 Harmony, RI $80,102 Harrisville, RI $80,556 Hope, RI $80,018

Hope Valley, RI $80,640 Hopkinton, RI $80,746 Jamestown, RI $80,477 Kenyon, RI $80,519 Little Compton, RI $80,852 Manville, RI $80,286 Mapleville, RI $80,413 Newport, RI $80,557

Middletown, RI $80,593 North Kingstown, RI $80,262 North Scituate, RI $80,103 Oakland, RI $80,500 Pascoag, RI $80,609 Pawtucket, RI $79,850 Central Falls, RI $79,886 Cumberland, RI $80,339

Lincoln, RI $79,966 Portsmouth, RI $80,549 Prudence Island, RI $80,383 Rockville, RI $80,734 Saunderstown, RI $80,428 Shannock, RI $80,524 Slatersville, RI $80,585 Slocum, RI $80,426

Tiverton, RI $80,794 Wakefield, RI $80,497 Kingston, RI $80,466 Narragansett, RI $80,519 Peace Dale, RI $80,487 Warren, RI $80,176 Warwick, RI $79,953 Westerly, RI $80,730

West Kingston, RI $80,491 West Warwick, RI $80,051 Wood River Junction, RI $80,606 Woonsocket, RI $80,589 North Smithfield, RI $80,406 Wyoming, RI $80,524 Providence, RI $79,827 Cranston, RI $79,838

North Providence, RI $79,847 East Providence, RI $79,833 Riverside, RI $79,858 Rumford, RI $79,846 Smithfield, RI $80,008 Johnston, RI $79,874

Biophysicist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Biophysicist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on June 01, 2026

$72,726

Average $79,866/year

$92,516

$6,061

Average $6,655/month

$7,710

$1,399

Average $1,536/week

$1,779

$35

Average $38/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,516	$7,710	$1,779	$44
Average	$79,866	$6,655	$1,536	$38
25th Percentile	$72,726	$6,061	$1,399	$35

Biophysicist Salary Growth & Career Path

Biophysicist

Pharmacokinetics Scientist IV

Bioinformatics Analyst IV

Biopharma Process Development Scientist IV

Food Scientist IV

VP of Pharmacokinetics

Bioinformatics Analyst V

VP of Biopharma Process Development

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Biophysicist, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Biophysicist Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Pharmacokinetics Scientist IV	$138,677	74%
Bioinformatics Analyst IV	$132,922	66%
Biopharma Process Development Scientist IV	$123,163	54%
Food Scientist IV	$133,545	67%

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