As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Physics Engineer in Boston, MA is $75,143, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,445 weekly, or $6,262 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 Boston, MA vary widely, spanning from $59,734 to $81,534. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($67,077) and 75th percentile ($78,488), while top earners (90th percentile) make $81,534 per year. This $11,411 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, Boston Physics Engineer often earn 2.5% higher than national averages. However, Boston currently ranks 62 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 $59,734 Boston, MA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $67,077 Boston, MA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $75,143 Boston, MA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $78,488 Boston, MA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $81,534 Boston, MA April 01, 2026
25% $67,077 10% $59,734 90% $81,534 75% $78,488 $75,143 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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