As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Physics Engineer in Jackson, MS is $59,887, equivalent to $29 per hour, $1,152 weekly, or $4,991 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 Jackson, MS vary widely, spanning from $47,572 to $64,954. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($53,441) and 75th percentile ($62,539), while top earners (90th percentile) make $64,954 per year. This $9,098 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, Jackson Physics Engineer often earn 0.3% lower than national averages. However, Jackson currently ranks 766 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 $47,572 Jackson, MS July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $53,441 Jackson, MS July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $59,887 Jackson, MS July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $62,539 Jackson, MS July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $64,954 Jackson, MS July 01, 2026
25% $53,441 10% $47,572 90% $64,954 75% $62,539 $59,887 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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    Materials Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Jackson, Mississippi    Jackson is located primarily in northeastern Hinds County, with small portions in Madison and Rankin counties. The Pearl River forms most of the easte....More

Jackson, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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