Hourly Wage for physics phd Salary in the United States

physics phd Salary in the United States

How much does a physics phd make hourly?

As of July 01, 2026, the average hourly pay of physics phd in the United States is $48. While Salary.com is seeing that physics phd salary in the US can go up to $57 or down to $36, but most earn between $42 and $53. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of physics phd in the United States.

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Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile physics phd Salary $36 US July 01, 2026
25th Percentile physics phd Salary $42 US July 01, 2026
50th Percentile physics phd Salary $48 US July 01, 2026
75th Percentile physics phd Salary $53 US July 01, 2026
90th Percentile physics phd Salary $57 US July 01, 2026
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What is a physics phd ?

A PhD in Physics opens up a range of career opportunities across academia, industry, and research institutions. Salaries for individuals holding a PhD in Physics can vary significantly based on factors such as location, sector, and level of experience. In academia, postdoctoral researchers may earn between $50,000 and $70,000 annually, while faculty positions can range from $70,000 to over $120,000, depending on rank and institution. In the private sector, physicists working in technology, engineering, or data analysis may see salaries starting around $80,000, with experienced professionals ea...

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48

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52
65
57
These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of physics phd in the United States. The average hourly rate for physics phd ranges from $42 to $53 with the average hourly pay of $48. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $52 to $65 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $57.
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