Wages vary by employer and area of the country. The individual's specialty and level of experience and responsibility also affect wages. Those who have supervisory duties usually earn higher wages.
Remote sensing scientists and technologists who work full time usually receive benefits. Typical benefits include sick leave, paid vacation, and health insurance. Some employers also provide a retirement plan.
Physical scientists, all other (SOC 19-2099)
| Location |
Pay Period | |
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| 25% |
Median |
75% |
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| Illinois | Hourly | $38.04 | $52.54 | $69.81 |
| Yearly | $79,136 | $109,274 | $145,213 | |
| Champaign Area | Hourly | $24.58 | $30.01 | $48.52 |
| Yearly | $51,126 | $62,429 | $100,917 | |
| Cook County | Hourly | $45.16 | $57.28 | $69.81 |
| Yearly | $93,929 | $119,148 | $145,213 | |
| Du Page County | Hourly | $38.66 | $67.12 | $76.11 |
| Yearly | $80,409 | $139,599 | $158,302 | |
| Lake County | Hourly | $50.17 | $69.81 | $76.04 |
| Yearly | $104,352 | $145,213 | $158,162 | |
| United States | Hourly | $39.04 | $53.98 | $71.36 |
| Yearly | $81,210 | $112,280 | $148,430 | |