As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Physics Engineer in Dover, DE is $69,945, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,345 weekly, or $5,829 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 Dover, DE vary widely, spanning from $55,664 to $75,980. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($62,470) and 75th percentile ($73,104), while top earners (90th percentile) make $75,980 per year. This $10,634 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, Dover Physics Engineer often earn 2.5% higher than national averages. However, Dover currently ranks 248 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 $55,664 Dover, DE January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $62,470 Dover, DE January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $69,945 Dover, DE January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $73,104 Dover, DE January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $75,980 Dover, DE January 01, 2026
25% $62,470 10% $55,664 90% $75,980 75% $73,104 $69,945 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 Dover, Delaware    Dover (/ˈdoʊvər/) is the capital and second-largest city in the U.S. state of Delaware. It is also the county seat of Kent County, and the principal c....More

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