How much does a physical scientist make in Indiana?
$68,670a year
Median yearly pay for physical scientists in Indiana. That is $33.01 an hour or $5,723 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.01
- Vs. national median
- -44%
- Rank among states
- 39 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 1,240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,600Median: $68,670Highest 10%: $105,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,600 | $25.29 | |
| 25th | $52,890 | $25.43 | |
| Median | $68,670 | $33.01 | |
| 75th | $86,620 | $41.64 | |
| 90th | $105,500 | $50.73 |
Cities in Indiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $121,700 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $120,700 |
| Indianapolis, IN | $67,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for physical scientists.
| 36. Kentucky | $81,260 |
| 37. Iowa | $80,810 |
| 38. Wyoming | $69,240 |
| 39. Indiana | $68,670 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical scientist make an hour in Indiana?
The median hourly pay in Indiana is $33.01 ($68,670 a year).
Do physical scientists make more in Indiana than the national average?
No: $68,670 against $122,600 nationally, 44% less.
Where does Indiana rank for physical scientist pay?
Indiana ranks 39 of 39 states.
Which city in Indiana pays physical scientists the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $121,700 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.