What is the median salary for Physicist in Houston?

The median salary for Physicist in Houston is USD 64,000 - USD 156,000 per year.

How does the Physicist salary in Houston compare to the national average?

The national average salary for Physicist in United States is USD 40,000 - USD 120,000, while in Houston it is USD 64,000 - USD 156,000.

Physicist Salary in United States

Physicist Salary in Houston

Based on 88 job listings - Houston, United States 2026

Average salary

$64,000 - $156,000

Median salary

$64,000 - $156,000

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Houston

Average salary

64,000 - 156,000

Median salary

64,000 - 156,000

88 job openings

United States

Average salary

40,000 - 120,000

Median salary

75,000 - 120,000

9,888 job openings

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Physicist

88 job openings in Houston

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The average salary for a Physicist in Houston, United States is USD 64,000 - USD 156,000 per year in 2026, based on 88 job listings.

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