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

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

How does experience change A Geophysicist 's salary?

A Geophysicist 's salary grows with experience: a Geophysicist I (0-2 years)earns $100,099, a Geophysicist II (2-4 years)earns $105,753, a Geophysicist III (4-7 years)earns $143,225, a Geophysicist IV (7+ years)earns $158,256, a Geophysicist V (7-10 years)earns $194,524,

What are the highest paying states for a Geophysicist I?

Geophysicist I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Geophysicist I roles are District of Columbia $109,440, California $109,025, Massachusetts $107,572. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Geophysicist roles make?

Salaries for Geophysicist level roles vary by specialization: Expert Geophysicist: $192,090; Geophysicist V: $192,085; Specialist Geophysicist: $156,300; Geophysicist IV: $156,271; Senior Geophysicist: $141,500.

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Geophysicist I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Geophysicist I make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Geophysicist I in Delaware is $100,099 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $116,964
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $88,924 to $108,927
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $78,750

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Geophysicist I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$108,927	$9,077	$2,095	$52
Average	$100,099	$8,342	$1,925	$48
25th Percentile	$88,924	$7,410	$1,710	$43

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Key Factors That Influence Geophysicist I Salaries

A Geophysicist I'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 Geophysicist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Geophysicist I'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:

Geophysicist I (0-2 years): $100,099
Geophysicist II (2-4 years): $105,753
Geophysicist III (4-7 years): $143,225
Geophysicist IV (7+ years): $158,256
Geophysicist V (7-10 years): $194,524

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Geophysicist I	0-2 years	$100,099
Geophysicist II	2-4 years	$105,753
Geophysicist III	4-7 years	$143,225
Geophysicist IV	7+ years	$158,256
Geophysicist V	7-10 years	$194,524

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How Do Geophysicist I 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 Geophysicist Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $109,440.
California: $109,025.
Massachusetts: $107,572.

District of Columbia $109,440 California $109,025 Massachusetts $107,572 Washington $107,177 New Jersey $107,137 Alaska $106,999 Connecticut $105,635 New York $105,081

Hawaii $103,312 Rhode Island $102,481 Maryland $101,918 Minnesota $101,147 Colorado $100,851 Illinois $100,752 Oregon $100,376 Delaware $100,099

New Hampshire $99,925 Virginia $99,536 Pennsylvania $98,399 Nevada $97,826 North Dakota $97,638 Michigan $97,342 Wisconsin $97,233 Vermont $97,015

Texas $96,412 Maine $96,373 Arizona $96,314 Ohio $96,244 Georgia $95,335 Indiana $94,880 Wyoming $94,791 Utah $94,653

Iowa $94,594 Kansas $94,119 Louisiana $93,981 North Carolina $93,931 Missouri $93,912 Florida $93,526 Montana $93,319 Nebraska $93,121

Kentucky $93,012 South Carolina $92,617 Tennessee $92,370 Idaho $92,271 New Mexico $91,549 Oklahoma $91,391 Alabama $90,808 South Dakota $89,829

Arkansas $89,296 West Virginia $89,009 Mississippi $88,149

Top Paying Cities for Geophysicist Is

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: $99,649
Little Creek: $100,378
Magnolia: $100,234

Lincoln, DE $99,649 Little Creek, DE $100,378 Magnolia, DE $100,234 Milford, DE $99,902 Marydel, DE $100,066 Millsboro, DE $99,230 Millville, DE $99,384 Milton, DE $99,556

Nassau, DE $99,628 Ocean View, DE $99,367 Rehoboth Beach, DE $99,558 Seaford, DE $99,614 Selbyville, DE $99,202 Smyrna, DE $100,447 Viola, DE $99,985 Woodside, DE $100,254

Bear, DE $100,022 Newark, DE $99,985 Claymont, DE $100,189 Delaware City, DE $100,084 Hockessin, DE $99,976 Kirkwood, DE $100,066 Middletown, DE $100,104 Montchanin, DE $99,998

New Castle, DE $100,013 Odessa, DE $100,154 Port Penn, DE $100,221 Rockland, DE $100,008 Saint Georges, DE $100,073 Townsend, DE $100,227 Winterthur, DE $100,020 Lewes, DE $99,594

Wilmington, DE $99,981 Dover, DE $100,378 Dover Afb, DE $99,849 Bethany Beach, DE $99,262 Bethel, DE $99,365 Bridgeville, DE $99,599 Camden Wyoming, DE $100,095 Cheswold, DE $100,345

Clayton, DE $100,348 Dagsboro, DE $99,193 Delmar, DE $99,034 Ellendale, DE $99,334 Felton, DE $99,894 Fenwick Island, DE $99,215 Frankford, DE $99,042 Frederica, DE $99,993

Georgetown, DE $99,155 Greenwood, DE $99,615 Harbeson, DE $99,261 Harrington, DE $99,767 Hartly, DE $100,078 Houston, DE $99,625 Kenton, DE $100,353 Laurel, DE $99,096

Yorklyn, DE $100,005

Geophysicist I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Geophysicist I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $116,488. While startup companies pay approximate $98,603.

Geophysicist I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$98,603
Growth Stage	51~500	$104,255
Established	501~5000	$112,526
Enterprise	5000+	$116,488

Geophysicist I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Geophysicist I'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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$88,924

Average $100,099/year

$108,927

$7,410

Average $8,342/month

$9,077

$1,710

Average $1,925/week

$2,095

$43

Average $48/hour

$52

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$108,927	$9,077	$2,095	$52
Average	$100,099	$8,342	$1,925	$48
25th Percentile	$88,924	$7,410	$1,710	$43

Geophysicist I Salary Growth & Career Path

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

Geophysicist I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Agronomist	$68,195	-32%
Biologist II	$67,685	-32%
Geologist II	$69,731	-30%
Geophysicist II	$105,753	6%

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