How much does a physical scientist make in Florida?
$131,700a year
Median yearly pay for physical scientists in Florida. That is $63.31 an hour or $10,970 a month.
- Hourly
- $63.31
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 340
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $88,610Median: $131,700Highest 10%: $263,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $88,610 | $42.60 | |
| 25th | $106,200 | $51.07 | |
| Median | $131,700 | $63.31 | |
| 75th | $178,200 | $85.65 | |
| 90th | $263,600 | $126.75 |
Cities in Florida
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Palm Bay, FL | $157,700 |
| Miami, FL | $130,900 |
| Crestview, FL | $115,100 |
| Tampa, FL | $106,300 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for physical scientists.
| 9. Pennsylvania | $134,800 |
| 10. Colorado | $134,400 |
| 11. Washington | $134,000 |
| 12. Florida | $131,700 |
| 13. California | $130,600 |
| 14. Tennessee | $129,600 |
| 15. Arizona | $125,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical scientist make an hour in Florida?
The median hourly pay in Florida is $63.31 ($131,700 a year).
Do physical scientists make more in Florida than the national average?
Yes: $131,700 against $122,600 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Florida rank for physical scientist pay?
Florida ranks 12 of 39 states.
Which city in Florida pays physical scientists the most?
Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL, with a median of $157,700 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.