How much does a physical scientist make in Washington?
$134,000a year
Median yearly pay for physical scientists in Washington. That is $64.41 an hour or $11,170 a month.
- Hourly
- $64.41
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 450
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $94,540Median: $134,000Highest 10%: $195,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $94,540 | $45.45 | |
| 25th | $112,400 | $54.04 | |
| Median | $134,000 | $64.41 | |
| 75th | $158,600 | $76.26 | |
| 90th | $195,200 | $93.84 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $134,700 |
| Kennewick, WA | $132,800 |
| Portland, OR | $117,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for physical scientists.
| 8. Alabama | $135,400 |
| 9. Pennsylvania | $134,800 |
| 10. Colorado | $134,400 |
| 11. Washington | $134,000 |
| 12. Florida | $131,700 |
| 13. California | $130,600 |
| 14. Tennessee | $129,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical scientist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $64.41 ($134,000 a year).
Do physical scientists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $134,000 against $122,600 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Washington rank for physical scientist pay?
Washington ranks 11 of 39 states.
Which city in Washington pays physical scientists the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $134,700 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.