What are the main factors that influence an Intermediate Physicist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Intermediate Physicist's salary?

An Intermediate Physicist's salary grows with experience: an Entry Physicist (0-2 years)earns $74,301, an Intermediate Physicist (2-4 years)earns $93,369, a Senior Physicist (4-7 years)earns $109,553, a Specialist Physicist (7+ years)earns $142,553, an Expert/ Lead Physicist (7-10 years)earns $159,179,

What are the highest paying states for an Intermediate Physicist?

Intermediate Physicist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Intermediate Physicist roles are District of Columbia $102,100, California $101,700, Massachusetts $100,400. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Intermediate Physicist roles make?

Salaries for Intermediate Physicist level roles vary by specialization: Health Physicist: $508,261; Physicist VI: $186,390; Physicist V: $157,183; Specialist Physicist: $140,800; Physicist IV: $140,765.

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Intermediate Physicist Salary in Delaware

How much does an Intermediate Physicist make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for an Intermediate Physicist in Delaware is $93,400 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

However, an Intermediate Physicist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $110,021
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,400 to $102,100
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,475

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Intermediate Physicist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,100	$8,508	$1,963	$49
Average	$93,400	$7,783	$1,796	$45
25th Percentile	$81,400	$6,783	$1,565	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Intermediate Physicist Salaries

An Intermediate Physicist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Intermediate Physicist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Intermediate Physicist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry Physicist (0-2 years): $74,301
Intermediate Physicist (2-4 years): $93,369
Senior Physicist (4-7 years): $109,553
Specialist Physicist (7+ years): $142,553
Expert/ Lead Physicist (7-10 years): $159,179

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Physicist	0-2 years	$74,301
Intermediate Physicist	2-4 years	$93,369
Senior Physicist	4-7 years	$109,553
Specialist Physicist	7+ years	$142,553
Expert/ Lead Physicist	7-10 years	$159,179

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How Do Intermediate Physicist Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Intermediate Physicists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $102,100.
California: $101,700.
Massachusetts: $100,400.

District of Columbia $102,100 California $101,700 Massachusetts $100,400 Washington $100,000 New Jersey $100,000 Alaska $99,900 Connecticut $98,600 New York $98,100

Hawaii $96,400 Rhode Island $95,600 Maryland $95,100 Minnesota $94,400 Colorado $94,100 Illinois $94,000 Oregon $93,700 Delaware $93,400

New Hampshire $93,300 Virginia $92,900 Pennsylvania $91,800 Nevada $91,300 North Dakota $91,100 Michigan $90,800 Wisconsin $90,700 Vermont $90,500

Texas $90,000 Arizona $89,900 Maine $89,900 Ohio $89,800 Georgia $89,000 Indiana $88,600 Wyoming $88,500 Utah $88,300

Iowa $88,300 Kansas $87,800 Louisiana $87,700 North Carolina $87,700 Missouri $87,600 Florida $87,300 Montana $87,100 Nebraska $86,900

Kentucky $86,800 South Carolina $86,400 Tennessee $86,200 Idaho $86,100 New Mexico $85,400 Oklahoma $85,300 Alabama $84,800 South Dakota $83,800

Arkansas $83,300 West Virginia $83,100 Mississippi $82,300

Top Paying Cities for Intermediate Physicists

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $93,000
Little Creek: $93,700
Magnolia: $93,500

Lincoln, DE $93,000 Little Creek, DE $93,700 Magnolia, DE $93,500 Milford, DE $93,200 Marydel, DE $93,400 Millsboro, DE $92,600 Millville, DE $92,800 Milton, DE $92,900

Nassau, DE $93,000 Ocean View, DE $92,700 Rehoboth Beach, DE $92,900 Seaford, DE $93,000 Selbyville, DE $92,600 Smyrna, DE $93,700 Viola, DE $93,300 Woodside, DE $93,600

Bear, DE $93,300 Newark, DE $93,300 Claymont, DE $93,500 Delaware City, DE $93,400 Hockessin, DE $93,300 Kirkwood, DE $93,400 Middletown, DE $93,400 Montchanin, DE $93,300

New Castle, DE $93,300 Odessa, DE $93,500 Port Penn, DE $93,500 Rockland, DE $93,300 Saint Georges, DE $93,400 Townsend, DE $93,500 Winterthur, DE $93,300 Lewes, DE $92,900

Wilmington, DE $93,300 Dover, DE $93,700 Dover Afb, DE $93,200 Bethany Beach, DE $92,600 Bethel, DE $92,700 Bridgeville, DE $93,000 Camden Wyoming, DE $93,400 Cheswold, DE $93,600

Clayton, DE $93,700 Dagsboro, DE $92,600 Delmar, DE $92,400 Ellendale, DE $92,700 Felton, DE $93,200 Fenwick Island, DE $92,600 Frankford, DE $92,400 Frederica, DE $93,300

Georgetown, DE $92,500 Greenwood, DE $93,000 Harbeson, DE $92,600 Harrington, DE $93,100 Hartly, DE $93,400 Houston, DE $93,000 Kenton, DE $93,700 Laurel, DE $92,500

Yorklyn, DE $93,300

Intermediate Physicist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Intermediate Physicist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$81,400

Average $93,400/year

$102,100

$6,783

Average $7,783/month

$8,508

$1,565

Average $1,796/week

$1,963

$39

Average $45/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,100	$8,508	$1,963	$49
Average	$93,400	$7,783	$1,796	$45
25th Percentile	$81,400	$6,783	$1,565	$39

Intermediate Physicist Salary Growth & Career Path

Intermediate Physicist

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Mine Geologist IV

Specialist Geophysicist

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Intermediate Physicist, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Intermediate Physicist Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Senior Biologist	$84,500	-10%
Mine Geologist III	$86,800	-7%
Senior Geophysicist	$143,200	53%
Microbiologist, Senior	$84,200	-10%

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