Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
Occupation
$78,980
National Median Salary
$37.97
Median Hourly Wage
1,446,770
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2014-2024)
+28.5%
10 Year Change
$61,450
2014 Median
$78,980
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries
Industry Wage Growth
Best Paying States
Fastest Growing States
Where This Career Pays Above Average
Top Paying Industries for Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
| Industry | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities | $200,660 | 350 |
| Monetary Authorities-Central Bank | $182,690 | 700 |
| Credit Intermediation and Related Activities (5221 and 5223 only) | $169,170 | 240 |
| Investigation, Guard, and Armored Car Services | $158,610 | 270 |
| Manufacturing and Reproducing Magnetic and Optical Media | $139,980 | 70 |
Top Paying States for Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
| State | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $125,820 | 18,680 |
| Maryland | $99,200 | 49,420 |
| Massachusetts | $98,820 | 76,940 |
| California | $96,250 | 207,890 |
| Connecticut | $90,790 | 11,850 |
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Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
Monetary Authorities-Central Bank
Credit Intermediation and Related Activities (5221 and 5223 only)
Investigation, Guard, and Armored Car Services
Manufacturing and Reproducing Magnetic and Optical Media
Legal Services
Investigation and Security Services
Oil and Gas Extraction
Specialized Design Services
Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers
Motion Picture and Video Industries
Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries