How Much Does a Lead Biostatistician make?

Lead Biostatistician made a median salary around $146,597 in April, 2025. The best-paid 25 percent made $165,304 probably that year, while the lowest-paid 25 percent made around $129,468. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.
25% $129,468 10% $113,872 90% $182,335 75% $165,304 $146,597 50%(Median)
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Best-Paying Cities for Lead Biostatistician

The metropolitan areas that pay the highest salary in the Lead Biostatistician profession are San Jose , Santa Clara , Sunnyvale , Los Gatos , Milpitas .
San Jose, CA $169,016
Santa Clara, CA $169,016
Sunnyvale, CA $169,016
Los Gatos, CA $169,016
Milpitas, CA $169,016

Best-Paying States for Lead Biostatistician

The states and districts that pay Lead Biostatistician the highest salary are District of Columbia (around $148,366) , California (around $147,803) , Massachusetts (around $145,833) , Washington (around $145,297) , and New Jersey (around $145,244) .
District of Columbia $148,366
California $147,803
Massachusetts $145,833
Washington $145,297
New Jersey $145,244

What is the Career Path of Lead Biostatistician?

A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For Lead Biostatistician, the upper level is Biostatistician V , and then progresses to Clinical Biostatistics Director
Besides, Lead Biostatistician can also turn to other related jobs, including Biostatistician IV , Biostatistician II , Biostatistician III and Biostatistician I .

Frequently Asked Questions for Lead Biostatistician

Q: What is the salary range of Lead Biostatistician in Long Beach, CA?
A: In 2025 , the lowest-paid Lead Biostatistician in Long Beach, CA earned an average annual salary of $129,468 , while the highest-paid made $165,304.
Q: What is the salary for a Lead Biostatistician in California?
A: Lead Biostatistician employed in California earned an average salary of $147,803 in 2025.

Average Lead Biostatistician Pay vs. Other Jobs

Lead Biostatistician earned an average salary of $146,597 in 2025. Other jobs related to Lead Biostatistician earned the following average salary in April, 2025. Biostatistician IV made $152,338 , Biostatistician II made $112,690 , Biostatistician III and Biostatistician I made $109,660 and $86,309 respectively .

Relevant Jobs of Lead Biostatistician

Biostatistician IV - Average Salary $152,338
Conducts statistical studies to generate data and insights used to innovate, plan and support improved healthcare outcomes and processes. Prepares analysis plans to ensure the best statistical methods are developed and utilized. Writes specifications for files, consistency checks, tables, and calculations used to collect and analyzes data from a variety of sources. Interprets analyses and prepares exhibits for reports and presentations. Interfaces with non technical users to assist with data interpretation and understanding of results. Proficient with statistical computer applications like SAS and R. Requires a master's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. Typically requires 7+ years of related experience.
Biostatistician II - Average Salary $112,690
Conducts statistical studies to generate data and insights used to innovate, plan and support improved healthcare outcomes and processes. Prepares analysis plans to ensure the best statistical methods are developed and utilized. Writes specifications for files, consistency checks, tables, and calculations used to collect and analyzes data from a variety of sources. Interprets analyses and prepares exhibits for reports and presentations. Interfaces with non technical users to assist with data interpretation and understanding of results. Proficient with statistical computer applications like SAS and R. Typically requires a master's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience.
Biostatistician III - Average Salary $109,660
Conducts statistical studies to generate data and insights used to innovate, plan and support improved healthcare outcomes and processes. Prepares analysis plans to ensure the best statistical methods are developed and utilized. Writes specifications for files, consistency checks, tables, and calculations used to collect and analyzes data from a variety of sources. Interprets analyses and prepares exhibits for reports and presentations. Interfaces with non technical users to assist with data interpretation and understanding of results. Proficient with statistical computer applications like SAS and R. Typically requires a master's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Typically requires 4 -7 years of related experience.
Biostatistician I - Average Salary $86,309
Conducts statistical studies to generate data and insights used to innovate, plan and support improved healthcare outcomes and processes. Prepares analysis plans to ensure the best statistical methods are developed and utilized. Writes specifications for files, consistency checks, tables, and calculations used to collect and analyzes data from a variety of sources. Interprets analyses and prepares exhibits for reports and presentations. Interfaces with non technical users to assist with data interpretation and understanding of results. Proficient with statistical computer applications like SAS and R. Typically requires a master's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Typically requires 0-2 years of related experience.
Biostatistician V - Average Salary $181,614
Conducts statistical studies to generate data and insights used to innovate, plan and support improved healthcare outcomes and processes. Prepares analysis plans to ensure the best statistical methods are developed and utilized. Writes specifications for files, consistency checks, tables, and calculations used to collect and analyzes data from a variety of sources. Interprets analyses and prepares exhibits for reports and presentations. Interfaces with non technical users to assist with data interpretation and understanding of results. Proficient with statistical computer applications like SAS and R. Requires a master's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Works autonomously. Goals are generally communicated in "solution" or project goal terms. May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization. Works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. Typically requires 10+ years of related experience.