Occupation Salary Profile

Biochemists and Biophysicists

SOC Code: 19-1021

Study the chemical composition or physical principles of living cells and organisms, their electrical and mechanical energy, and related phenomena. May conduct research to further understanding of the complex chemical combinations and reactions involved in metabolism, reproduction, growth, and heredity. May determine the effects of foods, drugs, serums, hormones, and other substances on tissues and vital processes of living organisms.

National Median (BLS)
$84,170
▼ -14.17% Nominal ▼ -16.88% Real
H-1B Sponsor Median
$80,000
▲ +3.54% Nominal +0.4% Real
Average Base Salary
$93,250
Domestic Mean Pay
Total U.S. Employment
70
Active Positions (BLS)
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National Baseline Wage Distribution

Empirical wage tiers reported across all 50 states by the Bureau of Labor Statistics for Biochemists and Biophysicists.

Percentile Tier Annual Base Salary
10th Percentile $61,780
25th Percentile $75,900
National Median (50th Percentile) $84,170
75th Percentile $105,780
90th Percentile $124,180
P10: $61,780 P50 (Median): $84,170 P90: $124,180
Foreign Talent Market

H-1B Visa Sponsor Compensation Benchmarks

Based on 2,493 certified Labor Condition Applications (LCAs) filed by U.S. employers (Trailing 12 Months vs Prior 12 Months).

H-1B National Median $80,000
YoY Nominal Growth (T12M) ▲ +3.54%
Real Wage Growth (CPI-U Adj) ▲ +0.4%
H-1B Percentile Tier Sponsored Base Salary
10th Percentile $63,000
25th Percentile $70,344
H-1B Median (50th Percentile) $80,000
75th Percentile $101,442
90th Percentile $135,000
H-1B P10: $63,000 H-1B P50: $80,000 H-1B P90: $135,000
💡 Market Premium Insight: The median salary for foreign talent sponsored for Biochemists and Biophysicists roles ($80,000) is -5% lower than the broader domestic BLS national median ($84,170).