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Physicist Salary in Indiana

The median physicist salary in Indiana is $137,187 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $152,430.

Median Salary

$137,187

vs National

$-15,243

State Rank

#34 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Physicist Salary in Indiana by Experience

In Indiana, an entry-level physicist earns around $73,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $198,000 per year. The cost of living index in Indiana is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$73,800

$-8,200 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$139,500

$-15,500 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$198,000

$-22,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Indiana

Percentile	IN Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$70,200	$78,000	$-7,800
25th Percentile	$97,200	$108,000	$-10,800
Median (50th)	$137,187	$152,430	$-15,243
75th Percentile	$175,500	$195,000	$-19,500
90th Percentile	$214,200	$238,000	$-23,800

Physicist Salary by City in Indiana

The largest employment areas for physicists in Indiana include Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Evansville, and South Bend. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Indianapolis, IN

$141,760

Pop. 887,642 · COL 93%

Fort Wayne, IN

$129,566

Pop. 263,886 · COL 85%

Evansville, IN

$128,041

Pop. 117,429 · COL 84%

South Bend, IN

$126,517

Pop. 103,453 · COL 83%

Carmel, IN

$160,052

Pop. 99,757 · COL 105%

How to Become a Physicist in Indiana

Education

Most physicist positions require a doctoral degree. Indiana has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Mathematical ModelingExperimental PhysicsPython/MATLABData AnalysisScientific WritingLaboratory Equipment

Job Outlook in Indiana

Nationally, physicist employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Indiana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.