Physical Scientists

Occupation

$92,750
National Median Salary
$44.59
Median Hourly Wage
259,000
Total Employment

Salary Distribution

$53,870
$66,800
$92,750
$129,100
$169,070

10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile

Salary Trend (2014-2024)

+21.6%
10 Year Change
$76,260
2014 Median
$92,750
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries Industry Wage Growth Where This Career Pays Above Average

Note: State and industry pay breakdowns are available for more specific job titles.

Top Paying Industries for Physical Scientists

Industry Annual Median Employment
Offices of Physicians $225,930 860
Specialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals $218,830 200
Hospitals $213,050 2,000
General Medical and Surgical Hospitals $210,820 1,800
Ambulatory Health Care Services $192,430 1,600

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