As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Physics Engineer in Fort Wayne, IN is $62,837, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,208 weekly, or $5,236 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Physics Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Physics Engineer in Fort Wayne, IN vary widely, spanning from $49,916 to $68,153. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($56,073) and 75th percentile ($65,620), while top earners (90th percentile) make $68,153 per year. This $9,547 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, Fort Wayne Physics Engineer often earn 2.8% lower than national averages. However, Fort Wayne currently ranks 634 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 $49,916 Fort Wayne, IN July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $56,073 Fort Wayne, IN July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $62,837 Fort Wayne, IN July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $65,620 Fort Wayne, IN July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $68,153 Fort Wayne, IN July 01, 2026
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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 Fort Wayne, Indiana    Fort Wayne is a city in the U.S. state of Indiana and the seat of Allen County, United States. Located in northeastern Indiana, the city is 18 miles (....More

Fort Wayne, Indiana  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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