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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Therapeutic Medical Physicist in California is $99,486 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.
However, a Therapeutic Medical Physicist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Therapeutic Medical Physicist Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $112,730 | $9,394 | $2,168 | $54 |
| Average | $99,486 | $8,291 | $1,913 | $48 |
| 25th Percentile | $88,282 | $7,357 | $1,698 | $42 |
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A Therapeutic Medical Physicist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Therapeutic Medical Physicist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Therapeut... Level Therapeutic Medical Physicist | $98,512 |
| Physical ... Level Therapeutic Medical Physicist | $114,874 |
| Physical ... Level Therapeutic Medical Physicist | $132,570 |
| Physical ... Level Therapeutic Medical Physicist | $115,993 |
| Physical ... Level Therapeutic Medical Physicist | $136,917 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Therapeutic Medical Physicists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Therapeutic Medical Physicist roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 15% above the average. Conversely, Therapeutic Medical Physicist positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Therapeutic Medical Physicist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $114,409 | $55.0 | 15% |
Understanding how a Therapeutic Medical Physicist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $112,730 | $9,394 | $2,168 | $54 |
| Average | $99,486 | $8,291 | $1,913 | $48 |
| 25th Percentile | $88,282 | $7,357 | $1,698 | $42 |
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