What are the main factors that influence a Biologist V's salary?

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

How does experience change A Biologist 's salary?

A Biologist 's salary grows with experience: a Biologist I (0-2 years)earns $58,582, a Biologist II (2-4 years)earns $67,681, a Biologist III (4-7 years)earns $84,494, a Biologist IV (7+ years)earns $122,356, a Biologist V (7-10 years)earns $138,745,

What are the highest paying states for a Biologist V?

Biologist V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Biologist V roles are District of Columbia $151,692, California $151,117, Massachusetts $149,103. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Biologist roles make?

Salaries for Biologist level roles vary by specialization: Molecular Biologist V: $207,642; Expert Biologist: $137,100; Research Biologist V: $137,090; Specialist Biologist: $120,900; Reproductive Biologist: $91,170.

Biologist V Salary in Delaware

How much does a Biologist V make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Biologist V in Delaware is $138,745 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $67.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $154,809
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $126,533 to $147,153
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $115,414

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Biologist V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$147,153	$12,263	$2,830	$71
Average	$138,745	$11,562	$2,668	$67
25th Percentile	$126,533	$10,544	$2,433	$61

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Key Factors That Influence Biologist V Salaries

A Biologist V'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.

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Biologist I	0-2 years	$58,582
Biologist II	2-4 years	$67,681
Biologist III	4-7 years	$84,494
Biologist IV	7+ years	$122,356
Biologist V	7-10 years	$138,745

How Do Biologist V 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 Biologist Vs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $151,692.
California: $151,117.
Massachusetts: $149,103.

District of Columbia $151,692 California $151,117 Massachusetts $149,103 Washington $148,555 New Jersey $148,500 Alaska $148,308 Connecticut $146,417 New York $145,650

Hawaii $143,198 Rhode Island $142,047 Maryland $141,266 Minnesota $140,197 Colorado $139,786 Illinois $139,649 Oregon $139,129 Delaware $138,745

New Hampshire $138,504 Virginia $137,964 Pennsylvania $136,388 Nevada $135,594 North Dakota $135,334 Michigan $134,923 Wisconsin $134,772 Vermont $134,470

Texas $133,635 Maine $133,580 Arizona $133,498 Ohio $133,402 Georgia $132,141 Indiana $131,511 Wyoming $131,388 Utah $131,196

Iowa $131,114 Kansas $130,456 Louisiana $130,264 North Carolina $130,196 Missouri $130,168 Florida $129,634 Montana $129,346 Nebraska $129,072

Kentucky $128,922 South Carolina $128,374 Tennessee $128,031 Idaho $127,894 New Mexico $126,894 Oklahoma $126,675 Alabama $125,866 South Dakota $124,510

Arkansas $123,770 West Virginia $123,373 Mississippi $122,181

Top Paying Cities for Biologist Vs

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: $138,120
Little Creek: $139,131
Magnolia: $138,931

Lincoln, DE $138,120 Little Creek, DE $139,131 Magnolia, DE $138,931 Milford, DE $138,471 Marydel, DE $138,698 Millsboro, DE $137,541 Millville, DE $137,753 Milton, DE $137,991

Nassau, DE $138,091 Ocean View, DE $137,730 Rehoboth Beach, DE $137,994 Seaford, DE $138,072 Selbyville, DE $137,501 Smyrna, DE $139,227 Viola, DE $138,586 Woodside, DE $138,959

Bear, DE $138,638 Newark, DE $138,586 Claymont, DE $138,870 Delaware City, DE $138,724 Hockessin, DE $138,574 Kirkwood, DE $138,698 Middletown, DE $138,752 Montchanin, DE $138,605

New Castle, DE $138,626 Odessa, DE $138,820 Port Penn, DE $138,913 Rockland, DE $138,619 Saint Georges, DE $138,708 Townsend, DE $138,922 Winterthur, DE $138,635 Lewes, DE $138,045

Wilmington, DE $138,581 Dover, DE $139,131 Dover Afb, DE $138,398 Bethany Beach, DE $137,585 Bethel, DE $137,727 Bridgeville, DE $138,052 Camden Wyoming, DE $138,739 Cheswold, DE $139,086

Clayton, DE $139,090 Dagsboro, DE $137,489 Delmar, DE $137,268 Ellendale, DE $137,685 Felton, DE $138,460 Fenwick Island, DE $137,519 Frankford, DE $137,279 Frederica, DE $138,597

Georgetown, DE $137,437 Greenwood, DE $138,074 Harbeson, DE $137,583 Harrington, DE $138,285 Hartly, DE $138,715 Houston, DE $138,087 Kenton, DE $139,097 Laurel, DE $137,354

Yorklyn, DE $138,615

Biologist V Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Biologist V'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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$126,533

Average $138,745/year

$147,153

$10,544

Average $11,562/month

$12,263

$2,433

Average $2,668/week

$2,830

$61

Average $67/hour

$71

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$147,153	$12,263	$2,830	$71
Average	$138,745	$11,562	$2,668	$67
25th Percentile	$126,533	$10,544	$2,433	$61

Biologist V Salary Growth & Career Path

Biologist V

Geologist Manager

Molecular Biology Senior Manager

Physicist VI

VP of Geology

VP of Molecular Biology

Physicist Senior Manager

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Biologist V, 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.

Biologist V Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Geologist Manager	$141,459	2%
Molecular Biology Senior Manager	$210,545	52%
Physicist VI	$188,750	36%

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