As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Physics Engineer in Sun Valley, NV is $67,495, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,298 weekly, or $5,625 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 Sun Valley, NV vary widely, spanning from $53,616 to $73,205. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($60,230) and 75th percentile ($70,484), while top earners (90th percentile) make $73,205 per year. This $10,254 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, Sun Valley Physics Engineer often earn 1.2% higher than national averages. However, Sun Valley currently ranks 335 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 $53,616 Sun Valley, NV July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $60,230 Sun Valley, NV July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $67,495 Sun Valley, NV July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $70,484 Sun Valley, NV July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $73,205 Sun Valley, NV July 01, 2026
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    Physics Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
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About Sun Valley, Nevada    Sun Valley is a census-designated place (CDP) in Washoe County, Nevada, United States. The population was 19,299 at the 2010 census. It is north of Re....More

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