As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Physics Engineer in Mesa, AZ is $66,582, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,280 weekly, or $5,549 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 Mesa, AZ vary widely, spanning from $52,987 to $72,327. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($59,466) and 75th percentile ($69,589), while top earners (90th percentile) make $72,327 per year. This $10,123 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, Mesa Physics Engineer often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Mesa currently ranks 388 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 $52,987 Mesa, AZ January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $59,466 Mesa, AZ January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $66,582 Mesa, AZ January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $69,589 Mesa, AZ January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $72,327 Mesa, AZ January 01, 2026
25% $59,466 10% $52,987 90% $72,327 75% $69,589 $66,582 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    0 - 2 years experience
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About Mesa, Arizona    Mesa (/ˈmeɪsə/ MAY-sə) is a city in Maricopa County, in the U.S. state of Arizona. It is a suburb located about 20 miles (32 km) east of Phoenix in th....More

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