What are the main factors that influence an Assoc. Professor - Physics's salary?

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

How does experience change An Assoc. Professor - Physics's salary?

An Assoc. Professor - Physics's salary grows with experience: an Instructor - Physics (0-0 years)earns $60,481, an Asst. Professor - Physics (0-0 years)earns $78,184, an Assoc. Professor - Physics (0-0 years)earns $94,157, a Professor - Physics (0-0 years)earns $122,286,

What are the highest paying states for an Assoc. Professor - Physics?

Assoc. Professor - Physics salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assoc. Professor - Physics roles are District of Columbia $102,943, California $102,553, Massachusetts $101,186. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Assoc. Professor - Physics roles make?

Salaries for Assoc. Professor - Physics level roles vary by specialization: Assoc. Professor - Law: $130,329; Physics Professor: $120,801; College Professor - Physics: $120,800; University Professor - Physics: $120,760; Professor - Physics: $120,752.

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Assoc. Professor - Physics Salary in Delaware

How much does an Assoc. Professor - Physics make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assoc. Professor - Physics in Delaware is $94,157 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $120,566
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $83,873 to $107,980
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,510

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Assoc. Professor - Physics Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$107,980	$8,998	$2,077	$52
Average	$94,157	$7,846	$1,811	$45
25th Percentile	$83,873	$6,989	$1,613	$40

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Key Factors That Influence Assoc. Professor - Physics Salaries

An Assoc. Professor - Physics'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 Assoc. Professor - Physics Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assoc. Professor - Physics'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:

Instructor - Physics (0-0 years): $60,481
Asst. Professor - Physics (0-0 years): $78,184
Assoc. Professor - Physics (0-0 years): $94,157
Professor - Physics (0-0 years): $122,286

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Instructor - Physics	0-0 years	$60,481
Asst. Professor - Physics	0-0 years	$78,184
Assoc. Professor - Physics	0-0 years	$94,157
Professor - Physics	0-0 years	$122,286

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

District of Columbia: $102,943.
California: $102,553.
Massachusetts: $101,186.

District of Columbia $102,943 California $102,553 Massachusetts $101,186 Washington $100,814 New Jersey $100,777 Alaska $100,647 Connecticut $99,363 New York $98,843

Hawaii $97,179 Rhode Island $96,398 Maryland $95,868 Minnesota $95,142 Colorado $94,863 Illinois $94,770 Oregon $94,417 Delaware $94,157

New Hampshire $93,993 Virginia $93,627 Pennsylvania $92,558 Nevada $92,018 North Dakota $91,842 Michigan $91,563 Wisconsin $91,460 Vermont $91,256

Texas $90,689 Maine $90,652 Arizona $90,596 Ohio $90,531 Georgia $89,675 Indiana $89,248 Wyoming $89,164 Utah $89,034

Iowa $88,978 Kansas $88,532 Louisiana $88,402 North Carolina $88,355 Missouri $88,336 Florida $87,974 Montana $87,779 Nebraska $87,593

Kentucky $87,490 South Carolina $87,119 Tennessee $86,886 Idaho $86,793 New Mexico $86,114 Oklahoma $85,966 Alabama $85,417 South Dakota $84,497

Arkansas $83,995 West Virginia $83,725 Mississippi $82,916

Top Paying Cities for Assoc. Professor - Physics

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: $97,448
Little Creek: $96,546
Magnolia: $96,946

Lincoln, DE $97,448 Little Creek, DE $96,546 Magnolia, DE $96,946 Milford, DE $97,448 Marydel, DE $96,184 Millsboro, DE $97,448 Millville, DE $98,099 Milton, DE $97,448

Nassau, DE $97,448 Ocean View, DE $98,099 Rehoboth Beach, DE $98,099 Seaford, DE $96,425 Selbyville, DE $98,099 Smyrna, DE $96,072 Viola, DE $96,946 Woodside, DE $96,667

Bear, DE $95,365 Newark, DE $95,403 Claymont, DE $95,477 Delaware City, DE $95,403 Hockessin, DE $95,477 Kirkwood, DE $95,403 Middletown, DE $95,877 Montchanin, DE $95,477

New Castle, DE $95,477 Odessa, DE $96,007 Port Penn, DE $95,142 Rockland, DE $95,477 Saint Georges, DE $95,403 Townsend, DE $95,868 Winterthur, DE $95,477 Lewes, DE $97,448

Wilmington, DE $95,477 Dover, DE $96,500 Dover Afb, DE $96,723 Bethany Beach, DE $98,099 Bethel, DE $96,425 Bridgeville, DE $97,448 Camden Wyoming, DE $96,602 Cheswold, DE $96,277

Clayton, DE $96,035 Dagsboro, DE $98,099 Delmar, DE $96,425 Ellendale, DE $97,448 Felton, DE $97,448 Fenwick Island, DE $98,099 Frankford, DE $98,099 Frederica, DE $97,448

Georgetown, DE $97,448 Greenwood, DE $97,448 Harbeson, DE $97,448 Harrington, DE $97,448 Hartly, DE $95,988 Houston, DE $97,448 Kenton, DE $96,035 Laurel, DE $96,425

Yorklyn, DE $95,477

Assoc. Professor - Physics Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assoc. Professor - Physics'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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$83,873

Average $94,157/year

$107,980

$6,989

Average $7,846/month

$8,998

$1,613

Average $1,811/week

$2,077

$40

Average $45/hour

$52

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$107,980	$8,998	$2,077	$52
Average	$94,157	$7,846	$1,811	$45
25th Percentile	$83,873	$6,989	$1,613	$40

Assoc. Professor - Physics Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Assoc. Professor - Physics, 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.

Assoc. Professor - Physics Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Professor - Architecture	$117,469	25%
Professor - Biology	$102,751	9%
Professor - Chemical Engineering	$142,423	51%
Professor - Civil Engineering	$142,115	51%

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