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Salary · California · BLS OEWS May 2024

Bioinformatics Scientists Salary in California

In California, bioinformatics scientists earn a median of $112,010 per year.

Median (California)
$112,010
Bottom 10%
$65,210
Top 10%
$171,740
Employed in California
12,580

How California compares

Refit analysis ·In California, bioinformatics scientists earn a median of $112,010 — 20% above the national median of $93,330. Locally the range runs $65,210 to $171,740. About 12,580 people hold this role in the state.
Refit analysis ·California ranks #3 of 53 states for bioinformatics scientists pay — roughly the 96th percentile among states. That trails the top-paying state (Connecticut, $120,880) by 8%. State employment of about 12,580 also shapes how competitive local openings are.

National benchmark

US median
$93,330
US bottom 10%
$54,500
US top 10%
$159,780

Skills that move pay in this role

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Critical Thinking
  • Active Listening
  • Speaking
  • Writing
  • Science
  • Active Learning
  • Mathematics

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