Physical Scientists, All Other
Is physical scientists, all other a good career?
It scores 22/100 and ranks #259 of 825 occupations on pay, growth, employment and openings. Here's what the federal data says, with no editorializing.
Advantages
- Pays well above the U.S. median wage ($122,570 vs $61,390)
Possible tradeoffs
- Slower-than-average projected growth (+0.6%)
- Typically requires a bachelor's degree
What physical scientists, all other earn
Wages: BLS OEWS May 2025Pay is a range, not a number. Half of U.S. physical scientists, all other earn between $86,620 and $161,890 a year.
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- Typical education
- Bachelor's degree
- Work experience
- None
- On-the-job training
- None
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How much do physical scientists, all other make?
The national median wage is $122,570 a year, with the middle half earning between $86,620 and $161,890 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
Is physical scientists, all other a good career?
On the Jobs.best index it scores 22 of 100 and ranks #259 of 825 occupations, weighing pay, growth, employment and openings. Employment is projected to change +0.6% through 2034.
What education do you need to become a physical scientists, all other?
The typical entry-level education is bachelor's degree.
Where do physical scientists, all other earn the most?
Among states, District of Columbia pays the highest median ($156,730). Local pay for every state and metro is below.