Epidemiologist Salary in 2026
Epidemiologists investigate patterns and causes of diseases in populations, designing studies and analyzing health data. They develop strategies for disease prevention and public health interventions.
Median Salary
$85,000
$7,083/mo
Entry Level
$56,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$108,000
experienced
Job Growth
+26%
10-yr outlook
Epidemiologist Overview
Epidemiologists investigate patterns and causes of diseases in populations, designing studies and analyzing health data. They develop strategies for disease prevention and public health interventions.
Education
Master's Degree (MPH)
Experience
1-3 years
Industry
Science
Total Jobs (US)
10K
5-Year Growth
+16%
Category
Science
Hourly Rate
$40.87/hr
Monthly Pay
$7,083
Epidemiologist Salary Calculator
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Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Epidemiologist Salary
$90,000
$7,500/month · $3,462/biweekly · $43.27/hr
Epidemiologist Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Epidemiologist field.
Entry-level Epidemiologists earn around $56,000, while the top 10% earn $127,000 or more.
Top Paying States for Epidemiologists
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $100,000 | +$15,000 |
| New York | $98,000 | +$13,000 |
| Massachusetts | $95,000 | +$10,000 |
| Maryland | $92,000 | +$7,000 |
| Georgia | $82,000 | $-3,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Epidemiologists
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | $106,000 | +$21,000 |
| Bethesda | $100,000 | +$15,000 |
| New York | $100,000 | +$15,000 |
| Boston | $95,000 | +$10,000 |
| Atlanta | $83,000 | $-2,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Epidemiologist Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Epidemiologist from entry level to expert.
$56,000
0-2 years
$82,000
3-7 years
$108,000
8-14 years
$146,000
15+ years
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