Healthcare, Life Sciences and Wellness Salaries by State
Compare clinical healthcare, nursing, allied health, pharmacy, lab, mental health, therapy, veterinary, and wellness salary ranges by U.S. state and metro. Choose a role and market to see employer-posted base salary ranges. See methodology.
Role Salaries by State
Each cell shows the mid listed salary for a selected role in a state or metro when enough postings include salary ranges.
Role Salary Range
Bars show lower to higher listed salary ranges. The marker shows the mid listed salary.
Top Salary Markets
States by median salary
| Market | Salary |
|---|---|
| California | $94K |
| North Dakota | $92K |
| District of Columbia | $92K |
| Washington | $91K |
| Hawaii | $89K |
| Connecticut | $86K |
| Massachusetts | $84K |
| New York | $79K |
States after cost of living adjustment
| Market | Adjusted |
|---|---|
| North Dakota | $104K |
| South Dakota | $87K |
| Washington | $85K |
| California | $85K |
| District of Columbia | $84K |
| Connecticut | $83K |
| Iowa | $82K |
| Nebraska | $81K |
Metros by median salary
| Market | Salary |
|---|---|
| Warner Robins, GA | $181K |
| Hanford-Corcoran, CA | $146K |
| Macon-Bibb County, GA | $144K |
| Visalia, CA | $137K |
| Bakersfield, CA | $134K |
| Redding, CA | $134K |
| Salinas, CA | $123K |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $121K |
Role Salary Highlights
| Role | Lower | Mid | Higher | Top state shown | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physician Salaries A diverse range of physician and healthcare provider positions across various locations and specialties. |
$225K | $316K | $498K | Indiana ($588K) | 2,066 |
| Medical Director Salaries Positions for medical directors and physician reviewers across various specialties and locations. |
$140K | $260K | $376K | Texas ($410K) | 290 |
| Healthcare Salaries A diverse range of roles in the healthcare sector, including physicians, nurses, and specialists, offering various employment types and settings. |
$83K | $128K | $205K | North Dakota ($208K) | 14,319 |
| Healthcare Management Salaries Roles focused on overseeing and improving healthcare services and clinical operations. |
$92K | $128K | $177K | New York ($152K) | 6,024 |
| Speech Pathology Salaries Professionals specializing in diagnosing and treating communication and swallowing disorders. |
$94K | $112K | $125K | Indiana ($135K) | 2,541 |
| Medical Technology Salaries This category encompasses roles in healthcare and medical technology, focusing on clinical management, quality assurance, sales, and technical support in radiotherapy and medical imaging. |
$85K | $106K | $144K | Delaware ($246K) | 2,785 |
| Registered Nurse Salaries Registered Nurses provide essential healthcare services, administering treatments and supporting patients in various medical settings. |
$87K | $99K | $120K | California ($134K) | 7,831 |
| Healthcare Coordination Salaries Roles focused on organizing and managing patient care within healthcare settings. |
$83K | $97K | $107K | Massachusetts ($108K) | 2,092 |
| Clinical Nursing Faculty Salaries Part-time clinical nursing faculty positions involve teaching and supervising nursing students in various specialized fields during their practical training. |
$82K | $96K | $115K | Limited state coverage | 799 |
| Medical Imaging Salaries Professionals specializing in diagnostic imaging and radiology services across various modalities and settings. |
$76K | $95K | $120K | Limited state coverage | 5,572 |
| Nurse Practitioner & PA Salaries Healthcare professionals providing specialized care, often as nurse practitioners or physician assistants, in various settings. |
$76K | $94K | $127K | Limited state coverage | 27,022 |
| Home Health Therapy Salaries Professionals providing therapeutic services to patients in their homes to aid in recovery and improve quality of life. |
$75K | $94K | $112K | Limited state coverage | 9,681 |
| Physical Therapy Salaries Professionals who help patients improve their physical function and mobility through therapeutic exercises and interventions. |
$74K | $94K | $110K | Limited state coverage | 8,240 |
| Occupational Therapy Salaries Occupational therapy professionals help individuals improve their ability to perform daily activities through therapeutic techniques and interventions. |
$77K | $94K | $109K | Limited state coverage | 2,091 |
| Respiratory Care Salaries Professionals specializing in respiratory and pulmonary care, providing critical support and treatment for patients with breathing and lung-related conditions. |
$71K | $87K | $108K | Limited state coverage | 1,599 |
| Mental Health Therapy Salaries Professionals providing therapeutic services to individuals, often specializing in mental health and behavioral support. |
$57K | $86K | $118K | Limited state coverage | 7,685 |
| Healthcare Research Salaries Professionals involved in research, analysis, and strategic planning within the healthcare and public health sectors. |
$62K | $85K | $138K | Limited state coverage | 2,049 |
| Hospice Care Salaries This category encompasses roles focused on providing compassionate care and support to patients and families in hospice and palliative settings. |
$63K | $83K | $96K | Limited state coverage | 1,966 |
| Registered Dietitian Salaries Professionals who assess, diagnose, and treat dietary and nutritional problems to promote health and manage diseases. |
$69K | $81K | $96K | Limited state coverage | 1,038 |
| Pathology Salaries This category encompasses roles related to pathology and forensic sciences, including assistants, specialists, and faculty positions. |
$54K | $73K | $95K | Limited state coverage | 1,521 |
How to Read Salary Ranges
Salary ranges show what employers are currently advertising for a role. Start with the exact role or closest role group, compare pay across states and metros, and treat lower, mid, and higher values as market anchors rather than a strict experience ladder. Role scope, location, seniority, contract type, travel work, industry demand, and sample size can all move the numbers.
Using Salary Ranges in a Salary Conversation
- Lower salary range
- Useful for early-career roles, narrower scope, or stretch opportunities.
- Mid listed salary
- A practical anchor when your background closely matches the posting.
- Higher salary range
- Stronger anchor for scarce skills, senior experience, management responsibility, specialized expertise, or competing offers.
- Location salary gap
- Useful for discussing local market pay, relocation, remote compensation, or cost-of-living adjustments.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How should I use this salary tool?
- Compare pay across states and cities, then set a realistic target before applying or negotiating. State views show broad regional differences; metro views compare specific cities.
- What do lower, mid, and higher salaries mean?
- They show how advertised pay is distributed for a role. Lower is near the bottom of listed ranges, mid is around the middle, and higher is toward the top.
- Where does the salary data come from?
- Current U.S. job postings where employers list pay. The data is grouped by job type, state, metro area, and pay level; it does not use Bureau of Labor Statistics wage estimates.
- Does the salary data include bonuses, equity, or benefits?
- No. It reflects listed base pay. Tips, bonuses, commissions, equity, benefits, and other compensation are excluded when listed separately.
- Why do salaries differ by state and city?
- Markets differ by employer mix, industry, labor demand, competition, and cost of living. Higher pay in one city may not mean higher purchasing power.
How the Salary Numbers Are Calculated
Figures reflect base pay listed in job postings, not guaranteed pay, actual total earnings, Bureau of Labor Statistics wage estimates, or official wage statistics. Salaries are converted to yearly U.S. dollars where possible and grouped by role, location, and pay level. Lower is the lower listed range, mid is the middle listed salary, and higher is the higher listed range. Hourly wages are annualized using a 2,080-hour work year; cost-of-living adjustment uses Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities, or BEA RPP. Tips, bonuses, equity, commissions, and benefits are excluded when listed separately from base pay.
Important Notes About the Data
Only postings that list salary information are included, so coverage is stronger in some states than others. Current role mix can affect results, including contract work, travel work, senior roles, junior roles, specialized jobs, and industry-specific demand. On mobile, regional charts may default to areas with the most available data so the view stays readable.