The national median salary for mathematical science occupations, all other is $81,490, with a salary spread of $106,600 from the 10th to 90th percentile -- a 131% range that reflects differences in experience, location, and industry. The mean salary of $91,550 is higher than the median, indicating that top earners pull the average upward. The highest-paying metro area is San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA, where the median reaches $180,510.
| City | Median | P25 | P75 | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CA | $180,510 | $180,500 | $205,170 | -- |
| Durham, NC | $109,650 | $87,050 | $160,450 | -- |
| Charlotte, NC-SC | $109,160 | $86,670 | $121,380 | -- |
| Raleigh, NC | $108,540 | $86,170 | $108,540 | -- |
| Austin, TX | $97,190 | $45,990 | $132,040 | 30 |
| Atlanta, GA | $93,320 | $64,320 | $146,080 | 30 |
| Dallas, TX | $93,090 | $93,090 | $93,090 | -- |
| Chicago, IL-IN | $82,230 | $66,200 | $105,100 | 1,100 |
| New York, NY-NJ | $79,460 | $65,790 | $133,140 | 70 |
| Seattle, WA | $72,710 | $58,860 | $79,420 | 240 |
| Birmingham, AL | $62,630 | $49,480 | $62,630 | 80 |
| Oklahoma City, OK | $36,820 | $36,820 | $63,120 | 40 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025 OEWS. This data reflects occupational employment and wage estimates and may not capture total compensation including equity, bonuses, or benefits.