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Physical Scientists

General Information

Description

All physical scientists not listed separately.

Business Breakdown

People in this career work in these sectors.

  1. Private, for profit49.50%
  2. Private, not for profit19.61%
  3. State and local government18.42%
  4. Federal government10.06%
  5. Self-employed2.39%

Industry areas

  • Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
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Salary

Average Salary

Salary

$104,100

State-by-state Salary

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$173,770
$36,810
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Education

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