Natural Sciences Managers Salary (2025)
Based on 108,690 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $79,710 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $119,430 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $167,220 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $221,540 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $316,850 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$80K
25th
$119K
Median
$167K
75th
$222K
90th
$317K
Highest Paying States for Natural Sciences Managers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $257,010 |
| California | $223,850 |
| Connecticut | $217,800 |
| New Jersey | $217,190 |
| Washington | $200,200 |
| North Carolina | $186,890 |
| Maryland | $180,280 |
| Colorado | $172,180 |
| Illinois | $167,700 |
| Oregon | $165,300 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Natural Sciences Managers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Massachusetts at an average of $257,010 per year, while Oregon has an average of $165,300 — a difference of $91,710. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Natural Sciences Managers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 108,690 workers were employed as Natural Sciences Managerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Management Occupations. The annual mean wage of $180,250 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 11-9121