Physicists Salary in Washington
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 2 metro areas • Washington
Physicists in Washington earn a median salary of $140,535 per year on average across 2 metro and nonmetro areas, -15.5% vs the national median of $166,290. An estimated 2,060 physicists are employed across Washington, with salaries ranging from $112,790 to $168,280 depending on location.
$140,535
Avg median salary in Washington
$168,280
Highest paying metro
$112,790
Lowest paying metro
2,060
Employed in Washington
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inPhysicists salaries by city in Washington
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV | $168,280 | $130,120 | $191,880 | 1,940 |
| Seattle, WA | $112,790 | $67,240 | $167,200 | 120 |