As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Physics Engineer in Sitka, AK is $72,359, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,392 weekly, or $6,030 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 Sitka, AK vary widely, spanning from $57,479 to $78,480. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($64,570) and 75th percentile ($75,563), while top earners (90th percentile) make $78,480 per year. This $10,993 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, Sitka Physics Engineer often earn 0.8% higher than national averages. However, Sitka currently ranks 141 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 $57,479 Sitka, AK July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $64,570 Sitka, AK July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $72,359 Sitka, AK July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $75,563 Sitka, AK July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $78,480 Sitka, AK 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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Physics Engineer in Sitka, AK. The base salary for Physics Engineer ranges from $64,570 to $75,563 with the average base salary of $72,359. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $73,918 to $88,588 with the average total cash compensation of $80,270.

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About Sitka, Alaska    The City and Borough of Sitka (Tlingit: Sheetʼká), formerly Novo-Arkhangelsk, or New Arkhangelsk under Russian rule (Russian: Ново-Архангельск or Ново....More

Sitka, Alaska  area prices were up 2.8% from a year ago

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