As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Physical Engineer in Worcester, MA is $68,860, equivalent to $33 per hour, $1,324 weekly, or $5,738 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Physical Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Physical Engineer in Worcester, MA vary widely, spanning from $54,725 to $74,714. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($61,461) and 75th percentile ($71,925), while top earners (90th percentile) make $74,714 per year. This $10,464 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Material Flow, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Worcester Physical Engineer often earn 3.7% higher than national averages. However, Worcester currently ranks 210 statewide for Physical Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Physical Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Physical Engineer Salary $54,725 Worcester, MA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Physical Engineer Salary $61,461 Worcester, MA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Physical Engineer Salary $68,860 Worcester, MA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Physical Engineer Salary $71,925 Worcester, MA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Physical Engineer Salary $74,714 Worcester, MA August 01, 2026
25% $61,461 10% $54,725 90% $74,714 75% $71,925 $68,860 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is A Physical Engineer ?

A Physical Engineer specializes in applying principles of physics and engineering to develop solutions for various technical challenges. Responsibilities include designing and testing equipment, conducting experiments, and analyzing data to improve product performance. Physical Engineers often collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to innovate and enhance technologies in fields such as aerospace, automotive, and energy. Salaries for Physical Engineers can vary widely based on factors such as experience, education, industry, and geographic location. On average, entry-level positions may sta...

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  1. This Job:

    Physical Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Materials Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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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 Physical Engineer in Worcester, MA. The base salary for Physical Engineer ranges from $61,461 to $71,925 with the average base salary of $68,860. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $70,535 to $84,530 with the average total cash compensation of $76,594.

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About Worcester, Massachusetts    Worcester has a total area of 38.6 square miles (100 km2), 37.6 square miles (97 km2) of land and 1.0 square mile (2.6 km2) (roughly 2.59%) of water. ....More

Worcester, Massachusetts  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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