How much does a physical scientist make in Georgia?
$137,700a year
Median yearly pay for physical scientists in Georgia. That is $66.19 an hour or $11,470 a month.
- Hourly
- $66.19
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 1,020
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $86,790Median: $137,700Highest 10%: $174,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $86,790 | $41.73 | |
| 25th | $106,500 | $51.18 | |
| Median | $137,700 | $66.19 | |
| 75th | $171,200 | $82.30 | |
| 90th | $174,700 | $84.00 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Augusta, GA | $149,600 |
| Atlanta, GA | $137,700 |
| Athens, GA | $96,820 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for physical scientists.
| 4. Maryland | $141,300 |
| 5. South Carolina | $141,100 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $138,400 |
| 7. Georgia | $137,700 |
| 8. Alabama | $135,400 |
| 9. Pennsylvania | $134,800 |
| 10. Colorado | $134,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical scientist make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $66.19 ($137,700 a year).
Do physical scientists make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $137,700 against $122,600 nationally, 12% more.
Where does Georgia rank for physical scientist pay?
Georgia ranks 7 of 39 states.
Which city in Georgia pays physical scientists the most?
Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC, with a median of $149,600 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.