Physicists Salary in Northeast Virginia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $131,750 -20.8% vs national
Median hourly $63.34
10th percentile $86,960
90th percentile $186,140
Employed locally 260
National median $166,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $86,960
    25th
    $106,140
    50th (median)
    $131,750
    75th
    $153,340
    90th
    $186,140

    Top-paying metros for Physicists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL $266,260
    Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN $226,750
    Cleveland, OH $225,930
    Minnesota $222,550
    Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL $219,070
    Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI $215,340

    Related occupations in Northeast Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Physical Scientists, All Other $138,130
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $63,660
    Biological Scientists, All Other $110,390
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health $46,950
    Urban and Regional Planners $66,700

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physicists make per hour in Northeast Virginia?

    The median hourly wage for Physicists in Northeast Virginia is $63.34, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $86.97 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Virginia above or below average for Physicists salaries?

    The median Physicists salary in Northeast Virginia is 20.8% below the national median of $166,290. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Physicists in Northeast Virginia?

    Entry-level Physicists (10th percentile) earn around $86,960 per year in Northeast Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $106,140.