As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Physics Engineer in Augusta, GA is $62,364, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,199 weekly, or $5,197 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 Augusta, GA vary widely, spanning from $49,630 to $67,745. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($55,698) and 75th percentile ($65,180), while top earners (90th percentile) make $67,745 per year. This $9,482 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, Augusta Physics Engineer often earn 4.1% lower than national averages. However, Augusta currently ranks 664 statewide for Physics 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
Physics Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $49,630 Augusta, GA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $55,698 Augusta, GA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $62,364 Augusta, GA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $65,180 Augusta, GA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $67,745 Augusta, GA January 01, 2026
25% $55,698 10% $49,630 90% $67,745 75% $65,180 $62,364 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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About Augusta, Georgia    Augusta is located on the Georgia/South Carolina border, about 150 miles (240 km) east of Atlanta and 70 miles (110 km) west of Columbia. The city is ....More

Augusta, Georgia  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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