As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Physics Engineer in Acton, CA is $74,171, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,426 weekly, or $6,181 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Physics Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Physics Engineer in Acton, CA vary widely, spanning from $59,026 to $80,570. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($66,243) and 75th percentile ($77,520), while top earners (90th percentile) make $80,570 per year. This $11,277 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, Acton Physics Engineer often earn 0.2% higher than national averages. 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
Physics Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $59,026 Acton, CA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $66,243 Acton, CA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $74,171 Acton, CA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $77,520 Acton, CA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $80,570 Acton, CA January 01, 2026
25% $66,243 10% $59,026 90% $80,570 75% $77,520 $74,171 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Physics Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Acton, California    Acton is an unincorporated census-designated place in Los Angeles County, California, near the Antelope Valley. According to the 2010 census, Acton h....More

Acton, California  area prices were up 3.2% from a year ago

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