Life, Physical, and Social Science

Employment in life, physical, and social science occupations is projected to grow 5 percent from 2019 to 2029, faster than the average for all occupations, and will result in about 68,200 new jobs. Increasing demand for expertise in the sciences, particularly in occupations involved in biomedical research, psychology, energy management, and environmental protection, is projected to result in employment growth.

The median annual wage for life, physical, and social science occupations was $68,160 in May 2019, which was higher than the median wage for all occupations of $39,810.

• Life, Physical, and Social Science: Occupational Outlook Handbook. (2020, September 01).

• https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/home.htm