How to become physical scientists, all othereducation, training, experience and the steps to enter
Median annual pay
$122,570
25th–75th pct. $86,620–$161,890
Top pay (est.)
$253,700
Top 10% $195,190
Pay in 5 years
$142,200est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$165,000est.
$141,900–$191,600
Outlook score
53/100
★★★☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
35%
Low
Job growth (10 yr)
+2.1%
1,400 openings / yr
How to become physical scientists, all other
Typical education
Bachelor's degree
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
None
A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.
Skills, education and requirements for Physical Scientists, All Other
Career path and how to earn more as physical scientists, all other
Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.
Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.