How much does a Physics Engineer make in Tacoma, WA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Physics Engineer in Tacoma, WA is $72,925. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $62,964 to a high of $85,304, with most professionals earning between $67,711 and $79,405.

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Physics Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $62,964 Tacoma,WA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $67,711 Tacoma,WA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $72,925 Tacoma,WA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $79,405 Tacoma,WA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $85,304 Tacoma,WA April 01, 2025
25% $67,711 10% $62,964 90% $85,304 75% $79,405 $72,925 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Physics Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Materials Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Tacoma, Washington    Tacoma (/təˈkoʊmə/ tə-KOH-mə) is a mid-sized urban port city and the county seat of Pierce County, Washington, United States. The city is on Washingto....More

Tacoma, Washington  area prices were up 2.8% from a year ago

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