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

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

What are the highest paying states for a Botanist?

Botanist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Botanist roles are District of Columbia $85,912, California $85,586, Massachusetts $84,445. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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Botanist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Botanist make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Botanist in Delaware is $78,579 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $113,744
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $64,905 to $96,986
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,456

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Botanist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,986	$8,082	$1,865	$47
Average	$78,579	$6,548	$1,511	$38
25th Percentile	$64,905	$5,409	$1,248	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Botanist Salaries

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

How Do Botanist 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 Botanists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $85,912.
California: $85,586.
Massachusetts: $84,445.

District of Columbia $85,912 California $85,586 Massachusetts $84,445 Washington $84,135 New Jersey $84,104 Alaska $83,995 Connecticut $82,924 New York $82,490

Hawaii $81,101 Rhode Island $80,449 Maryland $80,007 Minnesota $79,402 Colorado $79,169 Illinois $79,091 Oregon $78,796 Delaware $78,579

New Hampshire $78,443 Virginia $78,137 Pennsylvania $77,245 Nevada $76,795 North Dakota $76,647 Michigan $76,414 Wisconsin $76,329 Vermont $76,158

Texas $75,685 Maine $75,654 Arizona $75,607 Ohio $75,553 Georgia $74,839 Indiana $74,482 Wyoming $74,412 Utah $74,304

Iowa $74,257 Kansas $73,885 Louisiana $73,776 North Carolina $73,737 Missouri $73,722 Florida $73,419 Montana $73,256 Nebraska $73,101

Kentucky $73,016 South Carolina $72,705 Tennessee $72,511 Idaho $72,434 New Mexico $71,867 Oklahoma $71,743 Alabama $71,285 South Dakota $70,517

Arkansas $70,098 West Virginia $69,873 Mississippi $69,198

Top Paying Cities for Botanists

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: $81,326
Little Creek: $80,573
Magnolia: $80,907

Lincoln, DE $81,326 Little Creek, DE $80,573 Magnolia, DE $80,907 Milford, DE $81,326 Marydel, DE $80,271 Millsboro, DE $81,326 Millville, DE $81,869 Milton, DE $81,326

Nassau, DE $81,326 Ocean View, DE $81,869 Rehoboth Beach, DE $81,869 Seaford, DE $80,472 Selbyville, DE $81,869 Smyrna, DE $80,178 Viola, DE $80,907 Woodside, DE $80,674

Bear, DE $79,588 Newark, DE $79,619 Claymont, DE $79,681 Delaware City, DE $79,619 Hockessin, DE $79,681 Kirkwood, DE $79,619 Middletown, DE $80,015 Montchanin, DE $79,681

New Castle, DE $79,681 Odessa, DE $80,123 Port Penn, DE $79,402 Rockland, DE $79,681 Saint Georges, DE $79,619 Townsend, DE $80,007 Winterthur, DE $79,681 Lewes, DE $81,326

Wilmington, DE $79,681 Dover, DE $80,535 Dover Afb, DE $80,721 Bethany Beach, DE $81,869 Bethel, DE $80,472 Bridgeville, DE $81,326 Camden Wyoming, DE $80,620 Cheswold, DE $80,348

Clayton, DE $80,147 Dagsboro, DE $81,869 Delmar, DE $80,472 Ellendale, DE $81,326 Felton, DE $81,326 Fenwick Island, DE $81,869 Frankford, DE $81,869 Frederica, DE $81,326

Georgetown, DE $81,326 Greenwood, DE $81,326 Harbeson, DE $81,326 Harrington, DE $81,326 Hartly, DE $80,108 Houston, DE $81,326 Kenton, DE $80,147 Laurel, DE $80,472

Yorklyn, DE $79,681

Botanist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Botanist'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 April 01, 2026

$64,905

Average $78,579/year

$96,986

$5,409

Average $6,548/month

$8,082

$1,248

Average $1,511/week

$1,865

$31

Average $38/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,986	$8,082	$1,865	$47
Average	$78,579	$6,548	$1,511	$38
25th Percentile	$64,905	$5,409	$1,248	$31

Botanist Salary Growth & Career Path

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Biologist II

Geologist II

Geophysicist II

Biologist III

Geologist III

Geophysicist III

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

Botanist Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Agronomist	$68,188	-13%
Biologist II	$67,679	-14%
Geologist II	$69,791	-11%
Geophysicist II	$105,705	35%

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