GraduateSmart
GraduateSmart
Applies mathematical methods to real-world problems — physics, finance, ML, optimization.
$63,430
Lower reported wage
$121,680
Median
$187,660
Upper reported wage
Annual U.S. salaries. Actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience. The lower and upper figures do not represent starting and senior salaries.

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Wages reconciled to BLS OEWS May 2024 for SOC 15-2021 (Mathematicians): A_PCT10-A_PCT90 = $63,430-$187,660, median $121,680.
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Direct mathematical route; add coding and a practical application area. [1]
Apply mathematical methods to problems in science, industry, and other fields. [1]
Research centers, industry teams, universities, and government. [1]
Usually full time; collaborative projects may create deadline peaks. [1]
Models simplify reality, so assumptions and uncertainty need careful explanation. [1]
Research and experience may lead to senior scientific or technical leadership. [1]
These are possible directions. Promotion timing and pay depend on the role and employer.