Inventor Career

*A job as an Inventor falls under the broader career category of Physical Scientists, All Other. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Physical Scientists, All Other : All physical scientists represents occupations with a wide range of characteristics. Examples include: Inventor , Physical Scientist , Research Scientist , Wood Technologist .


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Physical Scientists, All Othe Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$119,050

Median Hourly Wage

$57.24*

Total Employed Nationally

20,820


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2024 wage data and 2023-2033 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2023-2033). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.