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How much does Bioinformatics Engineer make?
Total pay range
$158K - $241K/yr
$193K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$117K - $165K/yrBase pay
$41K - $76K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Apr 10, 2025209 Salaries submitted
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What is the pay outlook for Research & Science?
Research and science jobs offer pay well above the national average. Increased demand for STEM workers is increasing salaries in research and science. Jobs in these fields, however, often require higher education at the graduate level and/or specialized training. While domain-specific expertise gives workers in these fields access to very specialized jobs, there are also many employers who hire STEM workers for their general data and technology skills.
Top paying industries
The top 4 paying industries for Bioinformatics Engineer in United States are Information Technology with a median total pay of $144,565, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology with a median total pay of $129,320, Management & Consulting with a median total pay of $121,209 and Healthcare with a median total pay of $104,552.
Frequently asked questions about Bioinformatics Engineer salaries
The average salary for Bioinformatics Engineer is $193,416 per year or $93 per hour, with top earners making up to $292,792 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $157,684 (25th percentile) to $241,498 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 209 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Bioinformatics Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Bioinformatics Engineer is $241,498 per year, $20,125 per month or $116 per hour.
The lowest salary for Bioinformatics Engineer is $157,684 per year, $13,140 per month or $76 per hour.