Theoretical Physicist Salary in Raleigh, NC

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How much does a Theoretical Physicist make in Raleigh, NC?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Theoretical Physicist in Raleigh, NC is $74,189. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $67,291 to $97,093, with most professionals earning between $61,009 and $117,945.

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Average Salary Range for Theoretical Physicist in Raleigh, NC

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What is the average salary for Theoretical Physicist in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Theoretical Physicist in Raleigh, NC. The base salary for Theoretical Physicist ranges from $67,291 to $97,093 with the average base salary of $74,189. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $67,291 to $97,093 with the average total cash compensation of $74,189.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $74,189 $67,291 - $97,093
Bonus $0 $0 - $0
Total Pay $74,189 $67,291 - $97,093
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Theoretical Physicist Salary Near Raleigh, NC

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Raleigh, NC
CITY, STATE Cary, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $67,270 - $97,063 COMPARE TO Raleigh, NC
CITY, STATE Durham, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $66,868 - $96,483 COMPARE TO Raleigh, NC
CITY, STATE Chapel Hill, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $66,469 - $95,908 COMPARE TO Raleigh, NC
CITY, STATE Wilson, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $66,787 - $96,366 COMPARE TO Raleigh, NC
CITY, STATE Rocky Mount, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $66,787 - $96,366 COMPARE TO Raleigh, NC
CITY, STATE Burlington, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $65,668 - $94,751 COMPARE TO Raleigh, NC
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About Raleigh, North Carolina    According to the United States Census Bureau, Raleigh occupies a total area of 144.0 square miles (373.0 km2), of which 142 square miles (369 km2) is ....More

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