As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Physics Engineer in Southaven, MS is $63,015, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,212 weekly, or $5,251 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 Southaven, MS vary widely, spanning from $50,093 to $68,375. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($56,251) and 75th percentile ($65,821), while top earners (90th percentile) make $68,375 per year. This $9,570 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, Southaven Physics Engineer often earn 4.9% lower than national averages. However, Southaven currently ranks 626 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 $50,093 Southaven, MS April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $56,251 Southaven, MS April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $63,015 Southaven, MS April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $65,821 Southaven, MS April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $68,375 Southaven, MS April 01, 2026
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    Physics Engineer

    0 - 2 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 Southaven, MS. The base salary for Physics Engineer ranges from $56,251 to $65,821 with the average base salary of $63,015. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $63,880 to $76,555 with the average total cash compensation of $69,366.

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About Southaven, Mississippi    Southaven is a city in DeSoto County, Mississippi, United States. It is a principal city in Greater Memphis. The 2010 census reported a population of ....More

Southaven, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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