Physical Scientists, All Other Salary in California
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 9 metro areas • California
Physical Scientists, All Other in California earn a median salary of $129,699 per year on average across 9 metro and nonmetro areas, +10% vs the national median of $117,960. An estimated 2,060 physical scientists, all other are employed across California, with salaries ranging from $101,760 to $174,810 depending on location.
$129,699
Avg median salary in California
$174,810
Highest paying metro
$101,760
Lowest paying metro
2,060
Employed in California
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Physical Scientists, All Other
inPhysical Scientists, All Other salaries by city in California
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose, CA | $174,810 | $137,280 | $197,950 | 300 |
| Santa Maria, CA | $147,320 | $124,240 | $184,720 | 30 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $132,490 | $102,520 | $174,530 | 560 |
| Bakersfield, CA | $132,270 | $114,960 | $156,310 | 30 |
| San Diego, CA | $129,540 | $106,670 | $149,450 | 200 |
| San Francisco, CA | $121,490 | $121,490 | $145,720 | 760 |
| Oxnard, CA | $121,320 | $91,240 | $155,750 | 60 |
| Sacramento, CA | $106,290 | $68,490 | $128,660 | 70 |
| Riverside, CA | $101,760 | $101,110 | $123,170 | 50 |