How much does a Physicist make in Salem, OR? The average Physicist salary in Salem, OR is $114,216 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $97,016 and $142,449. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Lexington Medical Center - WEST COLUMBIA , SC
Radiation Oncology. Full-Time | AM Shift | 7:30am-5:00pm. Ranked #1 in the Columbia metro area by U.S. News & World Report, *Lexington Medical Center* is the on
- 9 days ago
California Department of Public Health (CDPH) - SACRAMENTO , CA
The California Department of Public Health is currently hiring for an Assistant AND Associate Health Physicist within the Division of Radiation Safety and Envir
- 11 days ago
California Department of Public Health (CDPH) - SACRAMENTO , CA
The California Department of Public Health is currently hiring for an Assistant AND Associate Health Physicist within the Division of Radiation Safety and Envir
- 11 days ago
University of Missouri Health Care - COLUMBIA , MO
Shift: Monday – Friday, days. Department: Ellis Fischel Cancer Center – Medical Physics. Compensation. Base Pay Range: $167,668 - $273,603 per year, based on ex
- 129 days ago
ttg Talent Solutions - BOCA RATON , FL
Senior Physicist – Proton Oncology Solutions. Location: Boca Raton, FL. Type: In Office. Schedule: Full-Time | Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Type of Cont
- 13 days ago
ttg Talent Solutions - MIAMI , FL
Photon Radiation Therapy Physicist. Location: Miami, FL. Type: In Office. Schedule: Full-Time | Monday – Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM. Type of Contract: Permanent
- 13 days ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Physicist in Salem, OR. The base salary for Physicist ranges from $97,016 to $142,449 with the average base salary of $114,216. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $97,726 to $144,919 with the average total cash compensation of $115,115.

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About Salem, Oregon    Salem /ˈseɪləm/ is the capital of the U.S. state of Oregon, and the county seat of Marion County. It is located in the center of the Willamette Valley....More

Salem, Oregon  area prices were up 3.9% from a year ago

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