What are the main factors that influence a Bioinformatics Software Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Bioinformatics Software Engineer's salary?

A Bioinformatics Software Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Dietitian (2-4 years)earns $72,763, a Dietitian Supervisor (4+ years)earns $62,920, a Dietitian Manager (4-5 years)earns $94,008, a Bioinformatics Software Engineer (5+ years)earns $114,868,

What are the highest paying states for a Bioinformatics Software Engineer?

Bioinformatics Software Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Bioinformatics Software Engineer roles are District of Columbia $113,032, California $112,603, Massachusetts $111,102. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Bioinformatics Software Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Bioinformatics Software Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Software Engineer V: $171,166; Software Engineer IV: $148,920; Embedded Software Engineer IV: $141,488; Software Engineer III: $128,705; Bioinformatics Engineer: $125,740.

Bioinformatics Software Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Bioinformatics Software Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Bioinformatics Software Engineer in District of Columbia is $113,624 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

However, a Bioinformatics Software Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $130,747
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $101,640 to $122,587
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $90,729

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Bioinformatics Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,587	$10,216	$2,357	$59
Average	$113,624	$9,469	$2,185	$55
25th Percentile	$101,640	$8,470	$1,955	$49

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Key Factors That Influence Bioinformatics Software Engineer Salaries

A Bioinformatics Software Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Bioinformatics Software Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Bioinformatics Software Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $113,032.
California: $112,603.
Massachusetts: $111,102.

District of Columbia $113,032 California $112,603 Massachusetts $111,102 Washington $110,694 New Jersey $110,653 Alaska $110,510 Connecticut $109,101 New York $108,530

Hawaii $106,702 Rhode Island $105,845 Maryland $105,263 Minnesota $104,467 Colorado $104,160 Illinois $104,058 Oregon $103,670 Delaware $103,385

New Hampshire $103,205 Virginia $102,803 Pennsylvania $101,629 Nevada $101,036 North Dakota $100,843 Michigan $100,536 Wisconsin $100,424 Vermont $100,199

Texas $99,577 Maine $99,536 Arizona $99,475 Ohio $99,403 Georgia $98,464 Indiana $97,994 Wyoming $97,902 Utah $97,759

Iowa $97,698 Kansas $97,208 Louisiana $97,065 North Carolina $97,014 Missouri $96,994 Florida $96,596 Montana $96,381 Nebraska $96,177

Kentucky $96,065 South Carolina $95,656 Tennessee $95,401 Idaho $95,299 New Mexico $94,554 Oklahoma $94,391 Alabama $93,788 South Dakota $92,778

Arkansas $92,226 West Virginia $91,930 Mississippi $91,042

Top Paying Cities for Bioinformatics Software Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $113,032
Washington: $113,032
Naval Anacost Annex: $113,032

Parcel Return Service, DC $113,032 Washington, DC $113,032 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $113,032 Washington Navy Yard, DC $113,032

Bioinformatics Software Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Bioinformatics Software Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$101,640

Average $113,624/year

$122,587

$8,470

Average $9,469/month

$10,216

$1,955

Average $2,185/week

$2,357

$49

Average $55/hour

$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,587	$10,216	$2,357	$59
Average	$113,624	$9,469	$2,185	$55
25th Percentile	$101,640	$8,470	$1,955	$49

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