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Biochemists and Biophysicists Salary in Maine
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Biochemists and Biophysicists make in Maine?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$84,560
Median Annual Salary
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-12.0% vs 2024
$97,060
Mean Salary
$84,560
Median Salary
$40.65
Hourly Rate
390 people work as Biochemists and Biophysicists in Maine
Biochemists and Biophysicists salary by percentile in Maine
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Biochemists and Biophysicists in Maine earn a median salary of $84,560 per year ($7,046/month).
This is 14.8% below the national average of $99,195.
Maine ranks #24 out of 35 states for Biochemists and Biophysicists pay.
Approximately 390 people work in this occupation across Maine.
Salaries decreased by 12.0% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Biochemists and Biophysicists
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.
Top Skills
Science
4.75
Reading Comprehension
4.38
Writing
4.25
Critical Thinking
4.25
Active Listening
4.12
Key Knowledge Areas
Biology
4.65
Chemistry
4.35
Mathematics
4.3
English Language
4.3
Physics
4.05
Typical Education: Post-Doctoral Training
(40.0% of workers)
Salary Range: Biochemists and Biophysicists in Maine
Salaries for Biochemists and Biophysicists in Maine range from $66,570 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $132,830 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $81,310 and $108,600.
How much do Biochemists and Biophysicists make in Maine?
The median annual salary for Biochemists and Biophysicists in Maine is $84,560 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $97,060.
What is the salary range for a Biochemists and Biophysicists in Maine?
Salaries for Biochemists and Biophysicists in Maine range from $66,570 at the 10th percentile to $132,830 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $81,310 and $108,600.
What is the starting salary for a Biochemists and Biophysicists in Maine?
Entry-level Biochemists and Biophysicists positions in Maine typically start around $66,570 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $81,310 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Biochemists and Biophysicists in Maine?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 390 people are employed as Biochemists and Biophysicists in Maine.
What is the hourly rate for a Biochemists and Biophysicists in Maine?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Biochemists and Biophysicists in Maine is approximately $40.65 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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