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

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

How does experience change A Meteorologist's salary?

A Meteorologist's salary grows with experience: a Botanist (0-0 years)earns $78,579, a Hydrologist (4-7 years)earns $114,318, a Meteorologist (7+ years)earns $137,747,

What are the highest paying states for a Meteorologist?

Meteorologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Meteorologist roles are District of Columbia $150,601, California $150,030, Massachusetts $148,031. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Meteorologist roles make?

Salaries for Meteorologist level roles vary by specialization: Aviation Meteorologist: $139,755; Chief Meteorologist: $137,213; Broadcast Meteorologist: $120,695; Senior Meteorologist: $92,222; Research Meteorologist: $85,608.

Meteorologist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Meteorologist make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Meteorologist in Delaware is $137,747 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $66.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $163,179
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $123,228 to $151,059
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $110,010

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Meteorologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$151,059	$12,588	$2,905	$73
Average	$137,747	$11,479	$2,649	$66
25th Percentile	$123,228	$10,269	$2,370	$59

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Key Factors That Influence Meteorologist Salaries

A Meteorologist'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 Meteorologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Meteorologist'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:

Botanist (0-0 years): $78,579
Hydrologist (4-7 years): $114,318
Meteorologist (7+ years): $137,747

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Botanist	0-0 years	$78,579
Hydrologist	4-7 years	$114,318
Meteorologist	7+ years	$137,747

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

District of Columbia: $150,601.
California: $150,030.
Massachusetts: $148,031.

District of Columbia $150,601 California $150,030 Massachusetts $148,031 Washington $147,486 New Jersey $147,432 Alaska $147,242 Connecticut $145,365 New York $144,603

Hawaii $142,168 Rhode Island $141,026 Maryland $140,250 Minnesota $139,189 Colorado $138,781 Illinois $138,645 Oregon $138,128 Delaware $137,747

New Hampshire $137,508 Virginia $136,972 Pennsylvania $135,408 Nevada $134,619 North Dakota $134,361 Michigan $133,952 Wisconsin $133,803 Vermont $133,504

Texas $132,674 Maine $132,620 Arizona $132,538 Ohio $132,443 Georgia $131,191 Indiana $130,566 Wyoming $130,443 Utah $130,253

Iowa $130,171 Kansas $129,518 Louisiana $129,328 North Carolina $129,260 Missouri $129,233 Florida $128,702 Montana $128,416 Nebraska $128,144

Kentucky $127,995 South Carolina $127,451 Tennessee $127,111 Idaho $126,975 New Mexico $125,982 Oklahoma $125,764 Alabama $124,962 South Dakota $123,615

Arkansas $122,880 West Virginia $122,486 Mississippi $121,303

Top Paying Cities for Meteorologists

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: $142,563
Little Creek: $141,243
Magnolia: $141,828

Lincoln, DE $142,563 Little Creek, DE $141,243 Magnolia, DE $141,828 Milford, DE $142,563 Marydel, DE $140,713 Millsboro, DE $142,563 Millville, DE $143,515 Milton, DE $142,563

Nassau, DE $142,563 Ocean View, DE $143,515 Rehoboth Beach, DE $143,515 Seaford, DE $141,066 Selbyville, DE $143,515 Smyrna, DE $140,549 Viola, DE $141,828 Woodside, DE $141,420

Bear, DE $139,516 Newark, DE $139,570 Claymont, DE $139,679 Delaware City, DE $139,570 Hockessin, DE $139,679 Kirkwood, DE $139,570 Middletown, DE $140,264 Montchanin, DE $139,679

New Castle, DE $139,679 Odessa, DE $140,454 Port Penn, DE $139,189 Rockland, DE $139,679 Saint Georges, DE $139,570 Townsend, DE $140,250 Winterthur, DE $139,679 Lewes, DE $142,563

Wilmington, DE $139,679 Dover, DE $141,175 Dover Afb, DE $141,502 Bethany Beach, DE $143,515 Bethel, DE $141,066 Bridgeville, DE $142,563 Camden Wyoming, DE $141,325 Cheswold, DE $140,849

Clayton, DE $140,495 Dagsboro, DE $143,515 Delmar, DE $141,066 Ellendale, DE $142,563 Felton, DE $142,563 Fenwick Island, DE $143,515 Frankford, DE $143,515 Frederica, DE $142,563

Georgetown, DE $142,563 Greenwood, DE $142,563 Harbeson, DE $142,563 Harrington, DE $142,563 Hartly, DE $140,427 Houston, DE $142,563 Kenton, DE $140,495 Laurel, DE $141,066

Yorklyn, DE $139,679

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

Understanding how a Meteorologist'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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$123,228

Average $137,747/year

$151,059

$10,269

Average $11,479/month

$12,588

$2,370

Average $2,649/week

$2,905

$59

Average $66/hour

$73

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$151,059	$12,588	$2,905	$73
Average	$137,747	$11,479	$2,649	$66
25th Percentile	$123,228	$10,269	$2,370	$59

Meteorologist Salary Growth & Career Path

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Geologist V

Geophysicist V

Microbiologist V

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

Meteorologist Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Biologist V	$138,746	1%
Geologist V	$132,933	-3%
Geophysicist V	$194,496	41%
Microbiologist V	$135,580	-2%

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