Clinical Medical Physicist Salary in the United States

How much does a Clinical Medical Physicist make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Clinical Medical Physicist in the United States is $154,749 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $184,911
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $138,920 to $170,537
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $124,509
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Clinical Medical Physicist Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $170,537 $14,211 $3,280 $82
Average $154,749 $12,896 $2,976 $74
25th Percentile $138,920 $11,577 $2,672 $67
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Key Factors That Influence Clinical Medical Physicist Salaries

A Clinical Medical Physicist'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 Clinical Medical Physicists

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: $195,185
  • San Francisco: $193,266
  • Oakland: $188,979

How Education impacts a Clinical Medical Physicist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Clinical Medical Physicists 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 Clinical Medical Physicist with a Bachelor's Degree is between $122,431 and $130,479).

Clinical Medical Physicist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Clinical Medical Physicist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 4.3%
High School 43.5%
Associates 4.3%
Bachelors 43.5%
Masters 26.1%
Doctorate 26.1%
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Clinical Medical Physicist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Clinical Medical Physicist'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 January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Clinical Medical Physicist

Salaries for a Clinical Medical Physicist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $177,105 in 2023 to around $177,349 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Clinical Medical Physicist salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Clinical Medical Physicist Over Time

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