Exactly 40 of the 200 physics professionals employed in Pennsylvania, work in Washington. As the employment for physics professionals in Washington has increased, overall employment in Washington has also increased.

• Grey: Pennsylvania
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• Light Blue: Physics in Washington
• Dark Yellow: All Professions in Washington

In 2010 an average salary of $97,530 per year was earned by physics professionals in Washington. The growth in the salary of physics professionals in Washington is faster than the salary trend for all careers in the city.

Physics professionals in Washington make a median yearly salary of $93,170. The 10% of physics professionals in the lowest pay bracket earn less than $48,350 per year, while those in the highest pay bracket earn approximately 226% higher salaries.

On average physics professional salaries in Washington are higher than salaries earned by their professional counterparts in related professions.

There is only one accredited physics school in the city. Many of Washington's physics professionals are graduates of this school.

There is one degree and certificate program in physics offered by Washington's physics school.

In 2010 approximately 5 students graduated from physics courses.