As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Computational Biologist in Washington, DC is $69,863, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,344 weekly, or $5,822 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Computational Biologist in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Computational Biologist in Washington, DC vary widely, spanning from $55,058 to $81,902. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($62,113) and 75th percentile ($76,164), while top earners (90th percentile) make $81,902 per year. This $14,051 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, Washington Computational Biologist often earn 0.0% higher than national averages. However, Washington currently ranks 84 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 $55,058 Washington, DC April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Computational Biologist Salary $62,113 Washington, DC April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Computational Biologist Salary $69,863 Washington, DC April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Computational Biologist Salary $76,164 Washington, DC April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Computational Biologist Salary $81,902 Washington, DC April 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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