What are the main factors that influence a Physics Professor's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Physics Professor?

The Government industry offers the highest average compensation for Physics Professor roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

How does experience change A Physics Professor's salary?

A Physics Professor's salary grows with experience: a College Instructor - Physics (0-0 years)earns $60,465, a College Assistant Professor - Physics (0-0 years)earns $78,226, a College Associate Professor - Physics (0-0 years)earns $94,260, a Physics Professor (0-0 years)earns $122,465,

What are the highest paying states for a Physics Professor?

Physics Professor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Physics Professor roles are District of Columbia $133,901, California $133,401, Massachusetts $131,701. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Physics Professor roles make?

Salaries for Physics Professor level roles vary by specialization: College Professor - Physics: $121,000; University Professor - Physics: $120,930; Professor - Physics: $120,929; Professor Of Physics: $115,886; College Associate Professor - Physics: $93,100.

Physics Professor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Physics Professor make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Physics Professor in Delaware is $122,501 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $59.

However, a Physics Professor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $158,035
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $107,401 to $141,101
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $93,653

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Physics Professor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,101	$11,758	$2,713	$68
Average	$122,501	$10,208	$2,356	$59
25th Percentile	$107,401	$8,950	$2,065	$52

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Key Factors That Influence Physics Professor Salaries

A Physics Professor'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 Physics Professor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Physics Professor'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:

College Instructor - Physics (0-0 years): $60,465
College Assistant Professor - Physics (0-0 years): $78,226
College Associate Professor - Physics (0-0 years): $94,260
Physics Professor (0-0 years): $122,465

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
College Instructor - Physics	0-0 years	$60,465
College Assistant Professor - Physics	0-0 years	$78,226
College Associate Professor - Physics	0-0 years	$94,260
Physics Professor	0-0 years	$122,465

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How Do Physics Professor 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 Physics Professors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $133,901.
California: $133,401.
Massachusetts: $131,701.

District of Columbia $133,901 California $133,401 Massachusetts $131,701 Washington $131,201 New Jersey $131,101 Alaska $131,001 Connecticut $129,301 New York $128,601

Hawaii $126,401 Rhode Island $125,401 Maryland $124,701 Minnesota $123,801 Colorado $123,401 Illinois $123,301 Oregon $122,901 Delaware $122,501

New Hampshire $122,301 Virginia $121,801 Pennsylvania $120,401 Nevada $119,701 North Dakota $119,501 Michigan $119,101 Wisconsin $119,001 Vermont $118,701

Maine $118,001 Texas $118,001 Arizona $117,901 Ohio $117,801 Georgia $116,701 Indiana $116,101 Wyoming $116,001 Utah $115,901

Iowa $115,801 Kansas $115,201 Louisiana $115,001 North Carolina $115,001 Missouri $114,901 Florida $114,501 Montana $114,201 Nebraska $114,001

Kentucky $113,801 South Carolina $113,401 Tennessee $113,101 Idaho $112,901 New Mexico $112,101 Oklahoma $111,901 Alabama $111,101 South Dakota $110,001

Arkansas $109,301 West Virginia $108,901 Mississippi $107,901

Top Paying Cities for Physics Professors

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: $122,001
Little Creek: $122,901
Magnolia: $122,701

Lincoln, DE $122,001 Little Creek, DE $122,901 Magnolia, DE $122,701 Milford, DE $122,301 Marydel, DE $122,501 Millsboro, DE $121,501 Millville, DE $121,601 Milton, DE $121,801

Nassau, DE $121,901 Ocean View, DE $121,601 Rehoboth Beach, DE $121,901 Seaford, DE $121,901 Selbyville, DE $121,401 Smyrna, DE $122,901 Viola, DE $122,401 Woodside, DE $122,701

Bear, DE $122,401 Newark, DE $122,401 Claymont, DE $122,601 Delaware City, DE $122,501 Hockessin, DE $122,401 Kirkwood, DE $122,501 Middletown, DE $122,501 Montchanin, DE $122,401

New Castle, DE $122,401 Odessa, DE $122,601 Port Penn, DE $122,701 Rockland, DE $122,401 Saint Georges, DE $122,501 Townsend, DE $122,701 Winterthur, DE $122,401 Lewes, DE $121,901

Wilmington, DE $122,401 Dover, DE $122,901 Dover Afb, DE $122,201 Bethany Beach, DE $121,501 Bethel, DE $121,601 Bridgeville, DE $121,901 Camden Wyoming, DE $122,501 Cheswold, DE $122,801

Clayton, DE $122,801 Dagsboro, DE $121,401 Delmar, DE $121,201 Ellendale, DE $121,601 Felton, DE $122,301 Fenwick Island, DE $121,401 Frankford, DE $121,201 Frederica, DE $122,401

Georgetown, DE $121,401 Greenwood, DE $121,901 Harbeson, DE $121,501 Harrington, DE $122,101 Hartly, DE $122,501 Houston, DE $121,901 Kenton, DE $122,801 Laurel, DE $121,301

Yorklyn, DE $122,401

Physics Professor Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Physics Professor salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $126,515. While startup companies pay approximate $108,057.

Physics Professor Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$108,057
Growth Stage	51~500	$114,018
Established	501~5000	$122,482
Enterprise	5000+	$126,515

Physics Professor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Physics Professor roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Government, offers compensation 15% above the average. Conversely, Physics Professor positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Physics Professor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Physics Professor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Government	$140,876	$68.0	15%

Physics Professor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Physics Professor'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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$107,401

Average $122,501/year

$141,101

$8,950

Average $10,208/month

$11,758

$2,065

Average $2,356/week

$2,713

$52

Average $59/hour

$68

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,101	$11,758	$2,713	$68
Average	$122,501	$10,208	$2,356	$59
25th Percentile	$107,401	$8,950	$2,065	$52

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