Physical Scientists
Occupation
$92,750
National Median Salary
$44.59
Median Hourly Wage
259,000
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2014-2024)
+21.6%
10 Year Change
$76,260
2014 Median
$92,750
2024 Median
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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Offices of Physicians
Specialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals
Hospitals
General Medical and Surgical Hospitals
Ambulatory Health Care Services
Outpatient Care Centers
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing
Oil and Gas Extraction
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing
Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities
