Physical Scientists, All Other Salary (2025)
Based on 22,300 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $67,000 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $86,620 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $122,570 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $161,890 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $195,190 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$67K
25th
$87K
Median
$123K
75th
$162K
90th
$195K
Highest Paying States for Physical Scientists, All Other
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $152,480 |
| Minnesota | $151,450 |
| Florida | $151,150 |
| Colorado | $147,190 |
| California | $143,310 |
| Alabama | $142,930 |
| Pennsylvania | $142,660 |
| Maryland | $141,310 |
| Washington | $141,060 |
| South Carolina | $138,140 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Physical Scientists, All Other salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $152,480 per year, while South Carolina has an average of $138,140 — a difference of $14,340. 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 Physical Scientists, All Other
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 22,300 workers were employed as Physical Scientists, All Others in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations. The annual mean wage of $129,230 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 19-2099