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What is a Physical Scientist?

Career Description All physical scientists not listed separately.

Types of Physical Scientist

  • Inventor
  • Research Scientist
  • Physical Scientist
  • Wood Technologist

Physical Scientist Employment Estimates

In 2016, there was an estimated number of 23,500 jobs in the United States for Physical Scientist. New jobs are being produced at a rate of 6.8% which is above the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 1,600 new jobs for Physical Scientist by 2026. The BLS estimates 2,000 yearly job openings in this field.

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The states with the most job growth for Physical Scientist are Nevada, Nebraska, and New Mexico. Watch out if you plan on working in Wyoming, West Virginia, or Tennessee. These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession.

Do Physical Scientists Make A Lot Of Money?

The salary for Physical Scientists ranges between about $51,730 and $164,210 a year.

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Physical Scientists who work in District of Columbia, Maryland, or New Mexico, make the highest salaries.

How much do Physical Scientists make in each U.S. state?

State Annual Mean Salary
Alabama $122,420
Alaska $95,380
Arizona $87,870
California $117,830
Colorado $116,530
Connecticut $108,770
District of Columbia $134,100
Florida $88,270
Georgia $106,560
Hawaii $97,080
Idaho $64,900
Illinois $97,720
Indiana $81,740
Kansas $97,300
Kentucky $94,700
Louisiana $99,540
Maryland $130,450
Massachusetts $111,910
Michigan $94,810
Mississippi $87,010
Missouri $92,960
Montana $64,320
New Hampshire $89,600
New Jersey $96,850
New Mexico $127,210
New York $103,970
North Carolina $96,450
North Dakota $47,990
Ohio $102,370
Oklahoma $83,960
Oregon $82,560
Pennsylvania $115,050
Rhode Island $108,290
South Carolina $116,000
Tennessee $90,800
Texas $101,320
Virginia $121,850
Washington $108,430
West Virginia $103,810
Wisconsin $78,180

Where Physical Scientists Work

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The table below shows the approximate number of Physical Scientists employed by various industries.

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