What are the main factors that influence a Physician - Pathology'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 Physician - Pathology?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Physician - Pathology roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Physician - Pathology's salary?

A Physician - Pathology's salary grows with experience: starting around $323,874 for beginners, reaching about $326,852 at mid-level, and approach $334,455 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Physician - Pathology?

Physician - Pathology salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Physician - Pathology roles are District of Columbia $362,886, California $361,509, Massachusetts $356,691. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Physician - Pathology roles make?

Salaries for Physician - Pathology level roles vary by specialization: Pediatric Pathology: $313,949; Director Of Pathology: $162,163; Pathology Manager: $102,365; Pathology Technologist: $79,190; Pathology Technician: $79,170.

Physician - Pathology Salary in Delaware

How much does a Physician - Pathology make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Physician - Pathology in Delaware is $331,913 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $160.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $396,970
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $311,964 to $365,966
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $293,802

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Physician - Pathology Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$365,966	$30,497	$7,038	$176
Average	$331,913	$27,659	$6,383	$160
25th Percentile	$311,964	$25,997	$5,999	$150

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Key Factors That Influence Physician - Pathology Salaries

A Physician - Pathology'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 Physician - Pathology Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Physician - Pathology'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): $323,874
Early Career (1-2 years): $325,363
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $326,852
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $328,936
Expert (over 8 years): $334,455

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Physician - Pathology	$323,874
Intermediate Level Physician - Pathology	$325,363
Senior Level Physician - Pathology	$326,852
Specialist Level Physician - Pathology	$328,936
Expert Level Physician - Pathology	$334,455

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How Do Physician - Pathology 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 Physician - Pathologies. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $362,886.
California: $361,509.
Massachusetts: $356,691.

District of Columbia $362,886 California $361,509 Massachusetts $356,691 Washington $355,380 New Jersey $355,249 Alaska $354,790 Connecticut $350,267 New York $348,432

Hawaii $342,565 Rhode Island $339,812 Maryland $337,944 Minnesota $335,388 Colorado $334,404 Illinois $334,077 Oregon $332,831 Delaware $331,913

New Hampshire $331,337 Virginia $330,045 Pennsylvania $326,276 Nevada $324,375 North Dakota $323,752 Michigan $322,769 Wisconsin $322,409 Vermont $321,688

Texas $319,688 Maine $319,557 Arizona $319,361 Ohio $319,131 Georgia $316,116 Indiana $314,608 Wyoming $314,313 Utah $313,854

Iowa $313,658 Kansas $312,085 Louisiana $311,626 North Carolina $311,462 Missouri $311,396 Florida $310,118 Montana $309,430 Nebraska $308,774

Kentucky $308,414 South Carolina $307,103 Tennessee $306,283 Idaho $305,956 New Mexico $303,563 Oklahoma $303,039 Alabama $301,105 South Dakota $297,860

Arkansas $296,090 West Virginia $295,140 Mississippi $292,288

Top Paying Cities for Physician - Pathologies

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: $330,419
Little Creek: $332,838
Magnolia: $332,359

Lincoln, DE $330,419 Little Creek, DE $332,838 Magnolia, DE $332,359 Milford, DE $331,258 Marydel, DE $331,802 Millsboro, DE $329,033 Millville, DE $329,541 Milton, DE $330,111

Nassau, DE $330,350 Ocean View, DE $329,485 Rehoboth Beach, DE $330,117 Seaford, DE $330,304 Selbyville, DE $328,937 Smyrna, DE $333,067 Viola, DE $331,533 Woodside, DE $332,425

Bear, DE $331,658 Newark, DE $331,533 Claymont, DE $332,212 Delaware City, DE $331,864 Hockessin, DE $331,504 Kirkwood, DE $331,802 Middletown, DE $331,930 Montchanin, DE $331,579

New Castle, DE $331,628 Odessa, DE $332,094 Port Penn, DE $332,317 Rockland, DE $331,612 Saint Georges, DE $331,825 Townsend, DE $332,336 Winterthur, DE $331,651 Lewes, DE $330,239

Wilmington, DE $331,520 Dover, DE $332,838 Dover Afb, DE $331,084 Bethany Beach, DE $329,137 Bethel, DE $329,478 Bridgeville, DE $330,255 Camden Wyoming, DE $331,900 Cheswold, DE $332,730

Clayton, DE $332,739 Dagsboro, DE $328,908 Delmar, DE $328,380 Ellendale, DE $329,377 Felton, DE $331,232 Fenwick Island, DE $328,980 Frankford, DE $328,407 Frederica, DE $331,559

Georgetown, DE $328,783 Greenwood, DE $330,307 Harbeson, DE $329,134 Harrington, DE $330,812 Hartly, DE $331,841 Houston, DE $330,340 Kenton, DE $332,756 Laurel, DE $328,587

Yorklyn, DE $331,602

Physician - Pathology Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Physician - Pathology salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $373,363. While startup companies pay approximate $317,028.

Physician - Pathology Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$317,028
Growth Stage	51~500	$334,952
Established	501~5000	$360,888
Enterprise	5000+	$373,363

Physician - Pathology Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Physician - Pathology roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Physician - Pathology positions in Pharmaceuticals or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Physician - Pathology as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Physician - Pathology

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$414,892	$199.0	25%
Biotechnology	$365,105	$176.0	10%

Physician - Pathology Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Physician - Pathology'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 July 01, 2026

$311,964

Average $331,913/year

$365,966

$25,997

Average $27,659/month

$30,497

$5,999

Average $6,383/week

$7,038

$150

Average $160/hour

$176

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$365,966	$30,497	$7,038	$176
Average	$331,913	$27,659	$6,383	$160
25th Percentile	$311,964	$25,997	$5,999	$150

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