Bioinformatics Scientist Salary in the United States

Bioinformatics Scientist Salary

How much does a Bioinformatics Scientist make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Bioinformatics Scientist in the United States is $115,218. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $101,573 to $129,993, with most professionals earning between $89,150 and $143,446.

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10th Percentile Bioinformatics Scientist Salary $89,150 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Bioinformatics Scientist Salary $101,573 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Bioinformatics Scientist Salary $115,218 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Bioinformatics Scientist Salary $129,993 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Bioinformatics Scientist Salary $143,446 US April 01, 2025
25% $101,573 10% $89,150 90% $143,446 75% $129,993 $115,218 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Bioinformatics Scientist

    0 - 2 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    2 - 4 years experience
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Bioinformatics Scientist in the United States. The base salary for Bioinformatics Scientist ranges from $101,573 to $129,993 with the average base salary of $115,218. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $101,573 to $129,993 with the average total cash compensation of $115,218.
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