How much does a physical scientist make in Massachusetts?
$138,400a year
Median yearly pay for physical scientists in Massachusetts. That is $66.53 an hour or $11,530 a month.
- Hourly
- $66.53
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 350
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $74,590Median: $138,400Highest 10%: $195,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $74,590 | $35.86 | |
| 25th | $104,600 | $50.29 | |
| Median | $138,400 | $66.53 | |
| 75th | $158,600 | $76.26 | |
| 90th | $195,800 | $94.12 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $180,500 |
| Boston, MA | $137,100 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for physical scientists.
| 3. North Dakota | $147,700 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical scientist make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $66.53 ($138,400 a year).
Do physical scientists make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $138,400 against $122,600 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for physical scientist pay?
Massachusetts ranks 6 of 39 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays physical scientists the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $180,500 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.