Physicist U.S. Salary Data

$101,444
Low
National Average Salary
$151,280
$179,650
High

Average hourly rate $73.00

Average weekly pay $2,909

Average monthly pay $12,607

Our Physicist salary data represents the current average and range for jobs in both the public and private sectors. Compensation will vary by industry, company size, and niche. Salaries do not include additional compensation, such as commissions or bonuses.

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