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Mathematicians and statisticians Salary in the United States

Median pay, percentile range, and top US metros — official BLS data.

The median salary for Mathematicians and statisticians in the United States is $105,650 per year — about $51 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of all workers in this occupation earn between $82,220 and $141,490 a year.

Median annual salary
$105,650
~$51/hr · ~$8,804/mo
Total US jobs
35K
Much faster than average
Education
Master's degree
Growth: +8%

Salary range

10th %ile
$64,000
25th %ile
$82,220
Median
$105,650
75th %ile
$141,490
90th %ile
$174,050

Top US metros for Mathematicians and statisticians

MetroLocal salary
San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA$202,840
Raleigh-Cary, NC$152,880
Boulder, CO$144,990
Fort Collins-Loveland, CO$134,330
Rochester, NY$131,140
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC$126,350
Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH$116,440
Trenton-Princeton, NJ$128,070
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV$136,660
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ$137,510

Frequently asked questions

How much do Mathematicians and statisticians make in the US?

The median salary is $105,650 per year (about $51 per hour), according to BLS data. The middle 50% of workers earn between $82,220 and $141,490 a year.

How much do Mathematicians and statisticians make per hour?

About $51 per hour, based on the median annual salary of $105,650 for full-time work (2,080 hours per year).

What education do you need to work as Mathematicians and statisticians?

Typical entry-level education: Master's degree, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Do these salary figures include bonuses or overtime?

No. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics reflect base wages only — they exclude overtime pay, bonuses, and most benefits.

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Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. (May 2025 OEWS.)