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 $86,360, California $86,033, Massachusetts $84,886. 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 July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Botanist in Delaware is $78,989 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): $114,338
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $65,244 to $97,492
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,729

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Botanist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$97,492	$8,124	$1,875	$47
Average	$78,989	$6,582	$1,519	$38
25th Percentile	$65,244	$5,437	$1,255	$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: $86,360.
California: $86,033.
Massachusetts: $84,886.

District of Columbia $86,360 California $86,033 Massachusetts $84,886 Washington $84,574 New Jersey $84,543 Alaska $84,434 Connecticut $83,357 New York $82,920

Hawaii $81,524 Rhode Island $80,869 Maryland $80,424 Minnesota $79,816 Colorado $79,582 Illinois $79,504 Oregon $79,208 Delaware $78,989

New Hampshire $78,852 Virginia $78,545 Pennsylvania $77,648 Nevada $77,195 North Dakota $77,047 Michigan $76,813 Wisconsin $76,727 Vermont $76,556

Texas $76,080 Maine $76,049 Arizona $76,002 Ohio $75,947 Georgia $75,230 Indiana $74,871 Wyoming $74,801 Utah $74,692

Iowa $74,645 Kansas $74,270 Louisiana $74,161 North Carolina $74,122 Missouri $74,107 Florida $73,802 Montana $73,639 Nebraska $73,483

Kentucky $73,397 South Carolina $73,085 Tennessee $72,890 Idaho $72,812 New Mexico $72,242 Oklahoma $72,118 Alabama $71,657 South Dakota $70,885

Arkansas $70,464 West Virginia $70,238 Mississippi $69,559

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: $78,634
Little Creek: $79,209
Magnolia: $79,095

Lincoln, DE $78,634 Little Creek, DE $79,209 Magnolia, DE $79,095 Milford, DE $78,833 Marydel, DE $78,963 Millsboro, DE $78,304 Millville, DE $78,425 Milton, DE $78,560

Nassau, DE $78,617 Ocean View, DE $78,411 Rehoboth Beach, DE $78,562 Seaford, DE $78,606 Selbyville, DE $78,281 Smyrna, DE $79,264 Viola, DE $78,899 Woodside, DE $79,111

Bear, DE $78,928 Newark, DE $78,899 Claymont, DE $79,060 Delaware City, DE $78,978 Hockessin, DE $78,892 Kirkwood, DE $78,963 Middletown, DE $78,993 Montchanin, DE $78,910

New Castle, DE $78,921 Odessa, DE $79,032 Port Penn, DE $79,085 Rockland, DE $78,918 Saint Georges, DE $78,968 Townsend, DE $79,090 Winterthur, DE $78,927 Lewes, DE $78,591

Wilmington, DE $78,896 Dover, DE $79,209 Dover Afb, DE $78,792 Bethany Beach, DE $78,329 Bethel, DE $78,410 Bridgeville, DE $78,595 Camden Wyoming, DE $78,986 Cheswold, DE $79,184

Clayton, DE $79,186 Dagsboro, DE $78,274 Delmar, DE $78,148 Ellendale, DE $78,386 Felton, DE $78,827 Fenwick Island, DE $78,291 Frankford, DE $78,155 Frederica, DE $78,905

Georgetown, DE $78,244 Greenwood, DE $78,607 Harbeson, DE $78,328 Harrington, DE $78,727 Hartly, DE $78,972 Houston, DE $78,615 Kenton, DE $79,190 Laurel, DE $78,198

Yorklyn, DE $78,915

Botanist Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Botanist salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $78,989. While startup companies pay approximate $78,989.

Botanist Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$78,989
Growth Stage	51~500	$78,989
Established	501~5000	$78,989
Enterprise	5000+	$78,989

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 July 01, 2026

$65,244

Average $78,989/year

$97,492

$5,437

Average $6,582/month

$8,124

$1,255

Average $1,519/week

$1,875

$31

Average $38/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$97,492	$8,124	$1,875	$47
Average	$78,989	$6,582	$1,519	$38
25th Percentile	$65,244	$5,437	$1,255	$31

Botanist Salary Growth & Career Path

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Biologist II

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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	$68,195	-14%
Biologist II	$67,685	-14%
Geologist II	$69,731	-12%
Geophysicist II	$105,753	34%

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