What are the main factors that influence a Postdoctoral'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 Postdoctoral?

Postdoctoral salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Postdoctoral roles are District of Columbia $63,195, California $62,956, Massachusetts $62,117. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Postdoctoral roles make?

Salaries for Postdoctoral level roles vary by specialization: Postdoctoral Fellow: $200,656; Postdoctoral Fellowship: $184,947; Postdoctoral Associate: $131,150; Postdoctoral Research Scientist: $129,461; Postdoctoral Scientist: $104,565.

Postdoctoral Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Postdoctoral make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Postdoctoral in District of Columbia is $63,195 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $88,409
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,562 to $76,393
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,060

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Postdoctoral Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,393	$6,366	$1,469	$37
Average	$63,195	$5,266	$1,215	$30
25th Percentile	$50,562	$4,214	$972	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Postdoctoral Salaries

A Postdoctoral'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 Postdoctoral 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 Postdoctorals. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $63,195.
California: $62,956.
Massachusetts: $62,117.

District of Columbia $63,195 California $62,956 Massachusetts $62,117 Washington $61,888 New Jersey $61,866 Alaska $61,786 Connecticut $60,998 New York $60,678

Hawaii $59,657 Rhode Island $59,177 Maryland $58,852 Minnesota $58,407 Colorado $58,235 Illinois $58,178 Oregon $57,961 Delaware $57,802

New Hampshire $57,701 Virginia $57,476 Pennsylvania $56,820 Nevada $56,489 North Dakota $56,380 Michigan $56,209 Wisconsin $56,146 Vermont $56,021

Texas $55,673 Maine $55,650 Arizona $55,616 Ohio $55,576 Georgia $55,051 Indiana $54,788 Wyoming $54,737 Utah $54,657

Iowa $54,622 Kansas $54,349 Louisiana $54,269 North Carolina $54,240 Missouri $54,229 Florida $54,006 Montana $53,886 Nebraska $53,772

Kentucky $53,709 South Carolina $53,481 Tennessee $53,338 Idaho $53,281 New Mexico $52,865 Oklahoma $52,773 Alabama $52,436 South Dakota $51,871

Arkansas $51,563 West Virginia $51,398 Mississippi $50,901

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

Understanding how a Postdoctoral'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 April 01, 2026

$50,562

Average $63,195/year

$76,393

$4,214

Average $5,266/month

$6,366

$972

Average $1,215/week

$1,469

$24

Average $30/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,393	$6,366	$1,469	$37
Average	$63,195	$5,266	$1,215	$30
25th Percentile	$50,562	$4,214	$972	$24

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