Mathematicians
Job Zone 5 - Extensive preparation needed
Conduct research in fundamental mathematics or in application of mathematical techniques to science, management, and other fields. Solve problems in various fields using mathematical methods.
Median pay: $126,710/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: -0.7% projected growth, 2024–2034 — declining.
About 100 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: Master's degree.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Mentor others on mathematical techniques.
• Maintain knowledge in the field by reading professional journals, talking with other mathematicians, and attending professional conferences.
• Develop new principles and new relationships between existing mathematical principles to advance mathematical science.
• Disseminate research by writing reports, publishing papers, or presenting at professional conferences.
• Assemble sets of assumptions, and explore the consequences of each set.
• Perform computations and apply methods of numerical analysis to data.
• Address the relationships of quantities, magnitudes, and forms through the use of numbers and symbols.
• Conduct research to extend mathematical knowledge in traditional areas, such as algebra, geometry, probability, and logic.
What's the median pay for Mathematicians?
The median pay for Mathematicians is $126,710 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Mathematicians?
Employment for Mathematicians is projected to change -0.7% from 2024 to 2034 - declining.
What education is typically required for Mathematicians?
Typical entry-level education: Master's degree.
How many job openings are there each year for Mathematicians?
About 100 openings per year, on average, over the decade.