Natural Sciences Managers
Occupation
$161,180
National Median Salary
$77.49
Median Hourly Wage
100,870
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2014-2024)
+34.3%
10 Year Change
$120,050
2014 Median
$161,180
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries
Industry Wage Growth
Best Paying States
Fastest Growing States
Where This Career Pays Above Average
Top Paying Industries for Natural Sciences Managers
| Industry | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Machinery Manufacturing (3331, 3332, 3334, and 3339 only) | $235,540 | 130 |
| Computer Systems Design and Related Services | $224,020 | 460 |
| Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers | $218,970 | — |
| Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods (4242 and 4246 only) | $215,370 | 2,920 |
| Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods | $213,360 | 3,140 |
Top Paying States for Natural Sciences Managers
| State | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $218,800 | 8,880 |
| California | $204,100 | 14,120 |
| New Jersey | $202,310 | 9,010 |
| Connecticut | $179,170 | 840 |
| Washington | $178,270 | 3,070 |
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Machinery Manufacturing (3331, 3332, 3334, and 3339 only)
Computer Systems Design and Related Services
Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods (4242 and 4246 only)
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing
Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Support Activities for Mining
Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
Scientific Research and Development Services
Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing