What are the main factors that influence a Mathematician's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Mathematician's salary?

A Mathematician's salary grows with experience: a Mathematician (2-4 years)earns $115,935, a Mathematician II (4-7 years)earns $133,001, a Mathematician III (7+ years)earns $170,836, a Mathematician IV (7-10 years)earns $203,062,

What are the highest paying states for a Mathematician?

Mathematician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Mathematician roles are District of Columbia $116,586, California $116,144, Massachusetts $114,596. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Mathematician roles make?

Salaries for Mathematician level roles vary by specialization: Mathematician IV: $182,471; Applied Mathematician III: $153,600; Mathematician III: $153,513; Applied Mathematician II: $119,600; Mathematician II: $119,514.

Mathematician Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Mathematician make in District of Columbia?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Mathematician in District of Columbia is $116,586 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

However, a Mathematician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $133,506
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $111,606 to $125,442
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $107,072

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Mathematician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$125,442	$10,454	$2,412	$60
Average	$116,586	$9,715	$2,242	$56
25th Percentile	$111,606	$9,300	$2,146	$54

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Key Factors That Influence Mathematician Salaries

A Mathematician's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Mathematician Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Mathematicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $116,586.
California: $116,144.
Massachusetts: $114,596.

District of Columbia $116,586 California $116,144 Massachusetts $114,596 Washington $114,175 New Jersey $114,133 Alaska $113,985 Connecticut $112,532 New York $111,942

Hawaii $110,057 Rhode Island $109,173 Maryland $108,573 Minnesota $107,751 Colorado $107,436 Illinois $107,330 Oregon $106,930 Delaware $106,635

New Hampshire $106,450 Virginia $106,035 Pennsylvania $104,824 Nevada $104,213 North Dakota $104,013 Michigan $103,697 Wisconsin $103,582 Vermont $103,350

Texas $102,708 Maine $102,666 Arizona $102,602 Ohio $102,529 Georgia $101,560 Indiana $101,076 Wyoming $100,981 Utah $100,833

Iowa $100,770 Kansas $100,265 Louisiana $100,117 North Carolina $100,065 Missouri $100,044 Florida $99,633 Montana $99,412 Nebraska $99,201

Kentucky $99,085 South Carolina $98,664 Tennessee $98,401 Idaho $98,296 New Mexico $97,527 Oklahoma $97,359 Alabama $96,737 South Dakota $95,695

Arkansas $95,126 West Virginia $94,821 Mississippi $93,905

Top Paying Cities for Mathematicians

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $115,953
Washington: $115,954
Naval Anacost Annex: $115,949

Parcel Return Service, DC $115,953 Washington, DC $115,954 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $115,949 Washington Navy Yard, DC $115,953

Mathematician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Mathematician's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on June 01, 2026

$111,606

Average $116,586/year

$125,442

$9,300

Average $9,715/month

$10,454

$2,146

Average $2,242/week

$2,412

$54

Average $56/hour

$60

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$125,442	$10,454	$2,412	$60
Average	$116,586	$9,715	$2,242	$56
25th Percentile	$111,606	$9,300	$2,146	$54

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