What are the main factors that influence an Instructor - 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 Instructor - Physics's salary?

An Instructor - Physics's salary grows with experience: an Instructor - Physics (0-0 years)earns $60,477, an Asst. Professor - Physics (0-0 years)earns $78,194, an Assoc. Professor - Physics (0-0 years)earns $94,180, a Professor - Physics (0-0 years)earns $122,326,

What are the highest paying states for an Instructor - Physics?

Instructor - Physics salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Instructor - Physics roles are District of Columbia $66,121, California $65,870, Massachusetts $64,992. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Instructor - Physics roles make?

Salaries for Instructor - Physics level roles vary by specialization: Physics Assistant: $121,588; Physics Professor: $120,801; Professor - Physics: $120,792; Physics Teachers: $109,772; physics phd: $100,042.

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Instructor - Physics Salary in Delaware

How much does an Instructor - Physics make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Instructor - Physics in Delaware is $60,477 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,056
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,316 to $68,632
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,886

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Instructor - Physics Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,632	$5,719	$1,320	$33
Average	$60,477	$5,040	$1,163	$29
25th Percentile	$52,316	$4,360	$1,006	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Instructor - Physics Salaries

An Instructor - 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 Instructor - Physics Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Instructor - 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): $60,477
Asst. Professor - Physics (0-0 years): $78,194
Assoc. Professor - Physics (0-0 years): $94,180
Professor - Physics (0-0 years): $122,326

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Instructor - Physics	0-0 years	$60,477
Asst. Professor - Physics	0-0 years	$78,194
Assoc. Professor - Physics	0-0 years	$94,180
Professor - Physics	0-0 years	$122,326

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

District of Columbia: $66,121.
California: $65,870.
Massachusetts: $64,992.

District of Columbia $66,121 California $65,870 Massachusetts $64,992 Washington $64,753 New Jersey $64,729 Alaska $64,646 Connecticut $63,822 New York $63,487

Hawaii $62,418 Rhode Island $61,917 Maryland $61,576 Minnesota $61,110 Colorado $60,931 Illinois $60,872 Oregon $60,645 Delaware $60,477

New Hampshire $60,372 Virginia $60,137 Pennsylvania $59,450 Nevada $59,104 North Dakota $58,990 Michigan $58,811 Wisconsin $58,746 Vermont $58,614

Texas $58,250 Maine $58,226 Arizona $58,190 Ohio $58,148 Georgia $57,599 Indiana $57,324 Wyoming $57,271 Utah $57,187

Iowa $57,151 Kansas $56,864 Louisiana $56,781 North Carolina $56,751 Missouri $56,739 Florida $56,506 Montana $56,381 Nebraska $56,261

Kentucky $56,196 South Carolina $55,957 Tennessee $55,807 Idaho $55,748 New Mexico $55,312 Oklahoma $55,216 Alabama $54,864 South Dakota $54,273

Arkansas $53,950 West Virginia $53,777 Mississippi $53,257

Top Paying Cities for Instructor - 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: $62,591
Little Creek: $62,012
Magnolia: $62,269

Lincoln, DE $62,591 Little Creek, DE $62,012 Magnolia, DE $62,269 Milford, DE $62,591 Marydel, DE $61,779 Millsboro, DE $62,591 Millville, DE $63,010 Milton, DE $62,591

Nassau, DE $62,591 Ocean View, DE $63,010 Rehoboth Beach, DE $63,010 Seaford, DE $61,935 Selbyville, DE $63,010 Smyrna, DE $61,708 Viola, DE $62,269 Woodside, DE $62,090

Bear, DE $61,254 Newark, DE $61,278 Claymont, DE $61,325 Delaware City, DE $61,278 Hockessin, DE $61,325 Kirkwood, DE $61,278 Middletown, DE $61,582 Montchanin, DE $61,325

New Castle, DE $61,325 Odessa, DE $61,666 Port Penn, DE $61,110 Rockland, DE $61,325 Saint Georges, DE $61,278 Townsend, DE $61,576 Winterthur, DE $61,325 Lewes, DE $62,591

Wilmington, DE $61,325 Dover, DE $61,982 Dover Afb, DE $62,126 Bethany Beach, DE $63,010 Bethel, DE $61,935 Bridgeville, DE $62,591 Camden Wyoming, DE $62,048 Cheswold, DE $61,839

Clayton, DE $61,684 Dagsboro, DE $63,010 Delmar, DE $61,935 Ellendale, DE $62,591 Felton, DE $62,591 Fenwick Island, DE $63,010 Frankford, DE $63,010 Frederica, DE $62,591

Georgetown, DE $62,591 Greenwood, DE $62,591 Harbeson, DE $62,591 Harrington, DE $62,591 Hartly, DE $61,654 Houston, DE $62,591 Kenton, DE $61,684 Laurel, DE $61,935

Yorklyn, DE $61,325

Instructor - Physics Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Instructor - 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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$52,316

Average $60,477/year

$68,632

$4,360

Average $5,040/month

$5,719

$1,006

Average $1,163/week

$1,320

$25

Average $29/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,632	$5,719	$1,320	$33
Average	$60,477	$5,040	$1,163	$29
25th Percentile	$52,316	$4,360	$1,006	$25

Instructor - Physics Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Instructor - 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.

Instructor - Physics Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Asst. Professor - Architecture	$73,182	21%
Asst. Professor - Biology	$71,934	19%
Asst. Professor - Chemical Engineering	$97,343	61%
Asst. Professor - Civil Engineering	$91,482	51%

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