As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Physics Engineer in Akin, IL is $63,428, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,220 weekly, or $5,286 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 Akin, IL vary widely, spanning from $50,477 to $68,901. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($56,649) and 75th percentile ($66,293), while top earners (90th percentile) make $68,901 per year. This $9,644 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, Akin Physics Engineer often earn 7.7% lower 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 $50,477 Akin, IL January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $56,649 Akin, IL January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $63,428 Akin, IL January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $66,293 Akin, IL January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $68,901 Akin, IL January 01, 2026
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    Physics Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Akin, Illinois    Akin is an unincorporated community in Franklin County, Illinois, United States. Akin is 10 miles (16 km) east of Benton. Akin had a post office, whic....More

Akin, Illinois  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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