Purdue University Physicist salary
Based on 13 H-1B filings by Purdue University, fiscal years 2025–2026. Base salary only.
Also listed as: Medical Physicist, Assistant Physicist
Salary range
| Percentile | Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th | $55,719 |
| 25th | $58,594 |
| 50th (median) | $61,616 |
| 75th | $65,000 |
| 90th | $89,433 |
By state
Bar length: number of filings (Indiana 12). Figure: average salary in that state.
By city
Cities with at least 10 filings. Figure: median salary.
By experience level
| Wage level | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Level I · Entry | $59,300 | 10 |
| Level II · Qualified | too few | 3 |
| Level III · Experienced | – | 0 |
| Level IV · Fully competent | – | 0 |
Median shown when a level has at least 10 filings.
Questions
How much does a physicist make at Purdue University?
In H-1B filings, Purdue University's median base salary for Physicist is $61,616; half of filings fall between $58,594 and $65,000. Bonus and stock are not included.
Does Purdue University sponsor H-1B visas for physicists?
Yes. Purdue University filed 13 certified Labor Condition Applications for this role in FY2025–FY2026. A filing is a step before the visa petition, not an approval.
Which job titles are included?
Filings are grouped by occupation code 19-2012 (Physicists), so this page covers every job title Purdue University filed under that code.
Where does this data come from?
The U.S. Department of Labor's public LCA disclosure files, updated every quarter. Methodology