Physical Scientists, All Other 19-2099.00

“All Other” titles represent occupations with a wide range of characteristics which do not fit into one of the detailed O*NET-SOC occupations. O*NET data is not available for this type of title. For specific occupations under this title, see:

19-2099.01 Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists

All physical scientists not listed separately.

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Workforce Characteristics

Wages & Employment Trends

Median wages (2023): $53.98 hourly, $112,280 annual
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Employment (2023): 34,100 employees
Projected growth (2023-2033): Slower than average (1% to 2%)
Projected job openings (2023-2033): 2,300
State trends
Top industries (2023): Government (36% employed in this sector)

Educational Services (12%)

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (11%)

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2023 wage data external site and 2023-2033 employment projections external site. “Projected growth” represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2023-2033). “Projected job openings” represent openings due to growth and replacement.