As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Physics Engineer in Fresno, CA is $67,526, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,299 weekly, or $5,627 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 Fresno, CA vary widely, spanning from $53,738 to $73,352. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($60,309) and 75th percentile ($70,576), while top earners (90th percentile) make $73,352 per year. This $10,267 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, Fresno Physics Engineer often earn 9.2% higher than national averages. However, Fresno currently ranks 336 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 $53,738 Fresno, CA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $60,309 Fresno, CA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $67,526 Fresno, CA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $70,576 Fresno, CA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $73,352 Fresno, CA January 01, 2026
25% $60,309 10% $53,738 90% $73,352 75% $70,576 $67,526 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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    2 - 4 years experience
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About Fresno, California    Fresno (/ˈfrɛznoʊ/ FREZ-noh; Spanish for "ash tree") is a city in California, United States, and the county seat of Fresno County. It covers about 112....More

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