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How much does Engineering Physicist make?
Total pay range
$174K - $270K/yr
$215K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$133K - $192K/yrBase pay
$42K - $78K/yrAdditional pay
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Top paying industries
The top paying industry for Engineering Physicist in United States is Government & Public Administration with a median total pay of $161,125.
Frequently asked questions about Engineering Physicist salaries
The average salary for Engineering Physicist is $215,071 per year or $103 per hour, with top earners making up to $327,906 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $174,366 (25th percentile) to $269,514 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 41 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Engineering Physicist employees.
The highest salary for Engineering Physicist is $269,514 per year, $22,459 per month or $130 per hour.
The lowest salary for Engineering Physicist is $174,366 per year, $14,530 per month or $84 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Engineering Physicist ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $69,923 per year (estimate) and goes up to $377,443 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
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