As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Physics Engineer in Tuscaloosa, AL is $62,282, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,198 weekly, or $5,190 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 Tuscaloosa, AL vary widely, spanning from $49,488 to $67,564. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($55,585) and 75th percentile ($65,047), while top earners (90th percentile) make $67,564 per year. This $9,462 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, Tuscaloosa Physics Engineer often earn 0.6% lower than national averages. However, Tuscaloosa currently ranks 672 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 $49,488 Tuscaloosa, AL May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $55,585 Tuscaloosa, AL May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $62,282 Tuscaloosa, AL May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $65,047 Tuscaloosa, AL May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Physics Engineer Salary $67,564 Tuscaloosa, AL May 01, 2026
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    Physics Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Tuscaloosa, Alabama    Tuscaloosa (/tʌskəˈluːsə/ TUS-kə-LOO-sə) is a city in and the seat of Tuscaloosa County in west central Alabama (in the southeastern United States). L....More

Tuscaloosa, Alabama  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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