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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for PET Technologist?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for PET Technologist roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A PET Technologist's salary?

A PET Technologist's salary grows with experience: starting around $98,299 for beginners, reaching about $101,342 at mid-level, and approach $107,021 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a PET Technologist?

PET Technologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for PET Technologist roles are District of Columbia $109,764, California $109,348, Massachusetts $107,891. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of PET Technologist roles make?

Salaries for PET Technologist level roles vary by specialization: Pet Consultant: $114,257; PET/CT Technologist: $99,200; Pet Detective: $55,387; Pet Technician: $47,012; Pet Nutritionist: $44,088.

PET Technologist Salary in Delaware

How much does a PET Technologist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a PET Technologist in Delaware is $100,396 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $124,624
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $94,009 to $113,078
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $88,194

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PET Technologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$113,078	$9,423	$2,175	$54
Average	$100,396	$8,366	$1,931	$48
25th Percentile	$94,009	$7,834	$1,808	$45

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Key Factors That Influence PET Technologist Salaries

A PET Technologist'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 PET Technologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a PET Technologist'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): $98,299
Early Career (1-2 years): $98,489
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $101,342
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $106,642
Expert (over 8 years): $107,021

Levels	Salary
Entry Level PET Technologist	$98,299
Intermediate Level PET Technologist	$98,489
Senior Level PET Technologist	$101,342
Specialist Level PET Technologist	$106,642
Expert Level PET Technologist	$107,021

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How Do PET Technologist 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 PET Technologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $109,764.
California: $109,348.
Massachusetts: $107,891.

District of Columbia $109,764 California $109,348 Massachusetts $107,891 Washington $107,494 New Jersey $107,455 Alaska $107,316 Connecticut $105,948 New York $105,393

Hawaii $103,618 Rhode Island $102,785 Maryland $102,220 Minnesota $101,447 Colorado $101,149 Illinois $101,050 Oregon $100,674 Delaware $100,396

New Hampshire $100,222 Virginia $99,831 Pennsylvania $98,691 Nevada $98,116 North Dakota $97,928 Michigan $97,630 Wisconsin $97,521 Vermont $97,303

Texas $96,698 Maine $96,659 Arizona $96,599 Ohio $96,530 Georgia $95,618 Indiana $95,162 Wyoming $95,072 Utah $94,934

Iowa $94,874 Kansas $94,398 Louisiana $94,259 North Carolina $94,210 Missouri $94,190 Florida $93,803 Montana $93,595 Nebraska $93,397

Kentucky $93,288 South Carolina $92,891 Tennessee $92,644 Idaho $92,544 New Mexico $91,821 Oklahoma $91,662 Alabama $91,077 South Dakota $90,096

Arkansas $89,560 West Virginia $89,273 Mississippi $88,410

Top Paying Cities for PET Technologists

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: $99,944
Little Creek: $100,676
Magnolia: $100,531

Lincoln, DE $99,944 Little Creek, DE $100,676 Magnolia, DE $100,531 Milford, DE $100,198 Marydel, DE $100,362 Millsboro, DE $99,525 Millville, DE $99,678 Milton, DE $99,851

Nassau, DE $99,923 Ocean View, DE $99,661 Rehoboth Beach, DE $99,853 Seaford, DE $99,909 Selbyville, DE $99,496 Smyrna, DE $100,745 Viola, DE $100,281 Woodside, DE $100,551

Bear, DE $100,319 Newark, DE $100,281 Claymont, DE $100,486 Delaware City, DE $100,381 Hockessin, DE $100,272 Kirkwood, DE $100,362 Middletown, DE $100,401 Montchanin, DE $100,295

New Castle, DE $100,310 Odessa, DE $100,451 Port Penn, DE $100,518 Rockland, DE $100,305 Saint Georges, DE $100,369 Townsend, DE $100,524 Winterthur, DE $100,317 Lewes, DE $99,889

Wilmington, DE $100,277 Dover, DE $100,676 Dover Afb, DE $100,145 Bethany Beach, DE $99,556 Bethel, DE $99,659 Bridgeville, DE $99,894 Camden Wyoming, DE $100,392 Cheswold, DE $100,643

Clayton, DE $100,646 Dagsboro, DE $99,487 Delmar, DE $99,327 Ellendale, DE $99,629 Felton, DE $100,190 Fenwick Island, DE $99,509 Frankford, DE $99,335 Frederica, DE $100,289

Georgetown, DE $99,449 Greenwood, DE $99,910 Harbeson, DE $99,555 Harrington, DE $100,063 Hartly, DE $100,374 Houston, DE $99,920 Kenton, DE $100,651 Laurel, DE $99,390

Yorklyn, DE $100,302

PET Technologist Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

PET Technologist salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $106,629. While startup companies pay approximate $90,818.

PET Technologist Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$90,818
Growth Stage	51~500	$95,880
Established	501~5000	$103,147
Enterprise	5000+	$106,629

PET Technologist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For PET Technologist roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, PET Technologist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view PET Technologist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a PET Technologist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$120,475	$58.0	20%

PET Technologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a PET Technologist'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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$94,009

Average $100,396/year

$113,078

$7,834

Average $8,366/month

$9,423

$1,808

Average $1,931/week

$2,175

$45

Average $48/hour

$54

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$113,078	$9,423	$2,175	$54
Average	$100,396	$8,366	$1,931	$48
25th Percentile	$94,009	$7,834	$1,808	$45

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