Epidemiologists Salary in the United States
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for epidemiologists in the United States was $87,220 ($41.93 per hour), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,270 | $29.46 |
| 25th | $71,090 | $34.18 |
| Median | $87,220 | $41.93 |
| 75th | $112,640 | $54.15 |
| 90th | $138,800 | $66.73 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 19-1041
- Total U.S. employment: 12,090
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
A closer look
The mean wage of $97,890 sits 12.2% above the median — the typical worker earns close to the median, while a smaller group of higher earners pulls the average up.
For career planning: entry-level pay (10th percentile) is about $61,270, median pay is $87,220, and experienced pay (90th percentile) reaches $138,800.
Epidemiologists Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $74,740 | $35.93 | -14.3% | 70 |
| Arizona | $67,260 | $32.34 | -22.9% | 340 |
| California | $110,760 | $53.25 | +27.0% | 1,480 |
| Colorado | $73,750 | $35.46 | -15.4% | 430 |
| Connecticut | $83,670 | $40.23 | -4.1% | 160 |
| District of Columbia | $112,370 | $54.02 | +28.8% | 90 |
| Florida | $79,460 | $38.20 | -8.9% | 300 |
| Georgia | $70,880 | $34.08 | -18.7% | 510 |
| Hawaii | $76,780 | $36.91 | -12.0% | 70 |
| Idaho | $66,280 | $31.86 | -24.0% | 40 |
| Illinois | $102,720 | $49.39 | +17.8% | 240 |
| Indiana | $77,250 | $37.14 | -11.4% | 170 |
| Iowa | $79,880 | $38.41 | -8.4% | 90 |
| Kansas | $79,620 | $38.28 | -8.7% | 70 |
| Kentucky | $78,810 | $37.89 | -9.6% | 120 |
| Louisiana | $73,850 | $35.51 | -15.3% | 120 |
| Maine | $68,850 | $33.10 | -21.1% | 60 |
| Maryland | $101,830 | $48.96 | +16.8% | 600 |
| Massachusetts | $115,890 | $55.72 | +32.9% | 660 |
| Michigan | $84,990 | $40.86 | -2.6% | 280 |
| Minnesota | $104,460 | $50.22 | +19.8% | 310 |
| Mississippi | $56,930 | $27.37 | -34.7% | 40 |
| Missouri | $66,890 | $32.16 | -23.3% | 120 |
| Montana | $79,500 | $38.22 | -8.9% | 100 |
| Nebraska | $83,240 | $40.02 | -4.6% | 80 |
| Nevada | $99,880 | $48.02 | +14.5% | 80 |
| New Jersey | $109,760 | $52.77 | +25.8% | 290 |
| New Mexico | $79,980 | $38.45 | -8.3% | 80 |
| New York | $80,220 | $38.57 | -8.0% | 670 |
| North Carolina | $84,770 | $40.76 | -2.8% | 220 |
| Ohio | $76,480 | $36.77 | -12.3% | 300 |
| Oklahoma | $72,590 | $34.90 | -16.8% | 120 |
| Oregon | $93,620 | $45.01 | +7.3% | 140 |
| Pennsylvania | $87,860 | $42.24 | +0.7% | 360 |
| South Carolina | $84,660 | $40.70 | -2.9% | 50 |
| Tennessee | $97,310 | $46.78 | +11.6% | 220 |
| Texas | $77,170 | $37.10 | -11.5% | 1,160 |
| Utah | $76,960 | $37.00 | -11.8% | 190 |
| Vermont | — | — | — | 30 |
| Virginia | $84,930 | $40.83 | -2.6% | 220 |
| Washington | $108,240 | $52.04 | +24.1% | 1,010 |
| West Virginia | $70,540 | $33.91 | -19.1% | 100 |
| Wisconsin | $88,770 | $42.68 | +1.8% | 90 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for epidemiologists?
The median annual wage for epidemiologists is $87,220 ($41.93 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2025.
Which state pays epidemiologists the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many epidemiologists are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 12,090 epidemiologists employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do epidemiologists make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $41.93. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.