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

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

How does experience change A Pathology Assistant's salary?

A Pathology Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $77,888 for beginners, reaching about $88,678 at mid-level, and approach $90,104 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Pathology Assistant?

Pathology Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pathology Assistant roles are District of Columbia $87,598, California $87,266, Massachusetts $86,103. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Pathology Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Pathology Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Forensic Pathology Assistant: $95,760; speech pathology assistant: $84,557; Pathology Technician Assistant: $79,350; Pathology Technician: $79,120; Pathology Technical Assistant: $77,760.

Pathology Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Pathology Assistant make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pathology Assistant in Delaware is $80,122 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $116,628
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $67,652 to $99,230
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $56,300

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Pathology Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,230	$8,269	$1,908	$48
Average	$80,122	$6,677	$1,541	$39
25th Percentile	$67,652	$5,638	$1,301	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Pathology Assistant Salaries

A Pathology Assistant'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 Pathology Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Pathology Assistant'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $77,888
Early Career (1-2 years): $80,692
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $88,678
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $89,534
Expert (over 8 years): $90,104

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Pathology Assistant	$77,888
Intermediate Level Pathology Assistant	$80,692
Senior Level Pathology Assistant	$88,678
Specialist Level Pathology Assistant	$89,534
Expert Level Pathology Assistant	$90,104

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How Do Pathology Assistant 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 Pathology Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $87,598.
California: $87,266.
Massachusetts: $86,103.

District of Columbia $87,598 California $87,266 Massachusetts $86,103 Washington $85,787 New Jersey $85,755 Alaska $85,644 Connecticut $84,552 New York $84,109

Hawaii $82,693 Rhode Island $82,029 Maryland $81,578 Minnesota $80,960 Colorado $80,723 Illinois $80,644 Oregon $80,343 Delaware $80,122

New Hampshire $79,983 Virginia $79,671 Pennsylvania $78,761 Nevada $78,302 North Dakota $78,152 Michigan $77,914 Wisconsin $77,827 Vermont $77,653

Texas $77,171 Maine $77,139 Arizona $77,092 Ohio $77,036 Georgia $76,308 Indiana $75,944 Wyoming $75,873 Utah $75,762

Iowa $75,715 Kansas $75,335 Louisiana $75,224 North Carolina $75,185 Missouri $75,169 Florida $74,861 Montana $74,694 Nebraska $74,536

Kentucky $74,449 South Carolina $74,133 Tennessee $73,935 Idaho $73,856 New Mexico $73,278 Oklahoma $73,152 Alabama $72,685 South Dakota $71,902

Arkansas $71,474 West Virginia $71,245 Mississippi $70,557

Top Paying Cities for Pathology Assistants

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: $82,923
Little Creek: $82,155
Magnolia: $82,495

Lincoln, DE $82,923 Little Creek, DE $82,155 Magnolia, DE $82,495 Milford, DE $82,923 Marydel, DE $81,847 Millsboro, DE $82,923 Millville, DE $83,476 Milton, DE $82,923

Nassau, DE $82,923 Ocean View, DE $83,476 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,476 Seaford, DE $82,052 Selbyville, DE $83,476 Smyrna, DE $81,752 Viola, DE $82,495 Woodside, DE $82,258

Bear, DE $81,150 Newark, DE $81,182 Claymont, DE $81,245 Delaware City, DE $81,182 Hockessin, DE $81,245 Kirkwood, DE $81,182 Middletown, DE $81,585 Montchanin, DE $81,245

New Castle, DE $81,245 Odessa, DE $81,696 Port Penn, DE $80,960 Rockland, DE $81,245 Saint Georges, DE $81,182 Townsend, DE $81,578 Winterthur, DE $81,245 Lewes, DE $82,923

Wilmington, DE $81,245 Dover, DE $82,116 Dover Afb, DE $82,305 Bethany Beach, DE $83,476 Bethel, DE $82,052 Bridgeville, DE $82,923 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,203 Cheswold, DE $81,926

Clayton, DE $81,720 Dagsboro, DE $83,476 Delmar, DE $82,052 Ellendale, DE $82,923 Felton, DE $82,923 Fenwick Island, DE $83,476 Frankford, DE $83,476 Frederica, DE $82,923

Georgetown, DE $82,923 Greenwood, DE $82,923 Harbeson, DE $82,923 Harrington, DE $82,923 Hartly, DE $81,680 Houston, DE $82,923 Kenton, DE $81,720 Laurel, DE $82,052

Yorklyn, DE $81,245

Pathology Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pathology Assistant'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

$67,652

Average $80,122/year

$99,230

$5,638

Average $6,677/month

$8,269

$1,301

Average $1,541/week

$1,908

$33

Average $39/hour

$48

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,230	$8,269	$1,908	$48
Average	$80,122	$6,677	$1,541	$39
25th Percentile	$67,652	$5,638	$1,301	$33

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