Physics Tutor Salary in the United States

How much does a Physics Tutor make in the United States?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Physics Tutor in the United States is $57,320 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,857
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,772 to $64,929
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,989
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Physics Tutor Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $64,929 $5,411 $1,249 $31
Average $57,320 $4,777 $1,102 $28
25th Percentile $48,772 $4,064 $938 $23
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Key Factors That Influence Physics Tutor Salaries

A Physics Tutor'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

Top Paying Cities for Physics Tutors

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:

  • San Jose: $72,298
  • San Francisco: $71,587
  • Oakland: $69,999

What Skills Can Increase a Physics Tutor's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 12.82% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Spring (Mentioned in 1.97% Job Postings): Spring is the season during which the natural world revives and reinvigorates after the colder winter months. During spring, dormant plants begin to grow again, new seedlings sprout out of the ground and hibernating animals awake.
  • Safety Standards (Mentioned in 1.43% Job Postings): Safety standards are designed to ensure the safety of products, activities and processes, etc. They may be advisory or compulsory and are normally laid down by an advisory or regulatory body that may be either voluntary or statutory.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Commitment 12.82%
Spring 1.97%
Safety Standards 1.43%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Physics Tutor's salary.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Motivating: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Interpersonal Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Analysis
$64,198
12%
Motivating
$64,198
12%
Interpersonal Communication
$63,625
11%
Presentation
$61,906
8%
Facilitation
$61,906
8%
Coordination
$61,906
8%
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How Education impacts a Physics Tutor's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Physics Tutors enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Physics Tutor with a Bachelor's Degree is between $52,103 and $58,985).

Physics Tutor Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Physics Tutor
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 26.1%
High School 39.1%
Associates 34.8%
Bachelors 26.1%
Masters 39.1%
Doctorate 34.8%
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Physics Tutor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Physics Tutor'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 February 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Physics Tutor

Salaries for a Physics Tutor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $55,280 in 2023 to around $53,395 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Physics Tutor salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Physics Tutor Over Time

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$54,574
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