As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Computational Biologist in Philadelphia, PA is $65,821, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,266 weekly, or $5,485 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Computational Biologist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Computational Biologist in Philadelphia, PA vary widely, spanning from $51,878 to $77,162. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($58,523) and 75th percentile ($71,757), while top earners (90th percentile) make $77,162 per year. This $13,234 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Microbiology, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Philadelphia Computational Biologist often earn 4.8% higher than national averages. However, Philadelphia currently ranks 225 statewide for Computational Biologist job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Computational Biologist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Computational Biologist Salary $51,878 Philadelphia, PA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Computational Biologist Salary $58,523 Philadelphia, PA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Computational Biologist Salary $65,821 Philadelphia, PA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Computational Biologist Salary $71,757 Philadelphia, PA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Computational Biologist Salary $77,162 Philadelphia, PA May 01, 2026
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    Computational Biologist

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

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    2 - 4 years experience
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