Compare One Occupation Across States
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Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
Full life, physical, and social science occupations overview →U.S. mean $94,600 · median $82,530
| State | Rank | Mean | Median | Hourly | Mean vs U.S. | P10–P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | #1 | $134,080 | $128,610 | $64 | +41.7% | $65,330–$195,190 |
| Massachusetts | #2 | $115,250 | $104,050 | $55 | +21.8% | $61,360–$178,360 |
| Maryland | #3 | $110,310 | $103,560 | $53 | +16.6% | $52,950–$180,480 |
| California | #4 | $109,910 | $101,700 | $53 | +16.2% | $51,720–$174,220 |