Physical Scientists, All Other pay in New Jersey
In New Jersey, the median pay for physical scientists, all other is $52.88 an hour ($109,990 a year). About 590 people work in this job there.
That is 10% lower than the U.S. median ($122,570). New Jersey ranks 25th of 39 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for physical scientists, all other in New Jersey
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $27.71 | $57,630 |
| 25% of workers | $42.54 | $88,480 |
| Half of workers (median) | $52.88 | $109,990 |
| 75% of workers | $64.36 | $133,870 |
| 90% of workers | $87.94 | $182,920 |
Physical Scientists, All Other pay in New Jersey metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Trenton-Princeton | $117,840 | 100 |
| Atlantic City-Hammonton | $113,800 | 40 |
New Jersey unemployment rate: 4.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for physical scientists, all other
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Job outlook: +2.1% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 1,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in New Jersey
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Chemists | $84,450 |
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $79,210 |
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