The national median salary for mathematicians is $126,710, with a salary spread of $125,950 from the 10th to 90th percentile -- a 99% range that reflects differences in experience, location, and industry. The mean salary of $129,260 is higher than the median, indicating that top earners pull the average upward. The highest-paying metro area is Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, where the median reaches $185,520.
| City | Median | P25 | P75 | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle, WA | $185,520 | $113,600 | $194,120 | 70 |
| Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV | $164,470 | $122,930 | $195,190 | 200 |
| San Diego, CA | $156,480 | $124,340 | $156,480 | 40 |
| Chicago, IL-IN | $130,970 | $109,660 | $130,970 | 60 |
| New York, NY-NJ | $113,590 | $89,380 | $172,680 | 150 |
| Providence, RI-MA | $109,260 | $100,360 | $126,710 | 100 |
| Boston, MA-NH | $104,190 | $81,510 | $104,600 | 40 |
| Las Vegas, NV | $102,890 | $79,930 | $129,300 | 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.