As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Physics Engineer in Philadelphia, PA is $70,278, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,352 weekly, or $5,857 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 Philadelphia, PA vary widely, spanning from $55,841 to $76,239. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($62,722) and 75th percentile ($73,398), while top earners (90th percentile) make $76,239 per year. This $10,676 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, Philadelphia Physics Engineer often earn 4.8% higher than national averages. However, Philadelphia currently ranks 225 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 $55,841 Philadelphia, PA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $62,722 Philadelphia, PA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $70,278 Philadelphia, PA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $73,398 Philadelphia, PA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $76,239 Philadelphia, PA May 01, 2026
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