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

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

How does experience change A Physicist 's salary?

A Physicist 's salary grows with experience: a Physicist II (2-4 years)earns $93,289, a Physicist III (4-7 years)earns $109,485, a Physicist IV (7+ years)earns $142,447, a Physicist V (7-10 years)earns $159,123, a Physicist VI (10-12 years)earns $188,732,

What are the highest paying states for a Physicist IV?

Physicist IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Physicist IV roles are District of Columbia $155,740, California $155,149, Massachusetts $153,081. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Physicist roles make?

Salaries for Physicist level roles vary by specialization: Health Physicist: $507,408; Physicist VI: $186,365; Physicist V: $157,127; Specialist Physicist: $140,700; Senior Physicist: $108,200.

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Physicist IV Salary in Delaware

How much does a Physicist IV make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Physicist IV in Delaware is $142,447 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $68.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $169,340
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $127,817 to $156,524
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $114,497

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Physicist IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$156,524	$13,044	$3,010	$75
Average	$142,447	$11,871	$2,739	$68
25th Percentile	$127,817	$10,651	$2,458	$61

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Key Factors That Influence Physicist IV Salaries

A Physicist IV'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.

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Physicist II	2-4 years	$93,289
Physicist III	4-7 years	$109,485
Physicist IV	7+ years	$142,447
Physicist V	7-10 years	$159,123
Physicist VI	10-12 years	$188,732

How Do Physicist IV 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 Physicist IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $155,740.
California: $155,149.
Massachusetts: $153,081.

District of Columbia $155,740 California $155,149 Massachusetts $153,081 Washington $152,519 New Jersey $152,462 Alaska $152,266 Connecticut $150,324 New York $149,537

Hawaii $147,019 Rhode Island $145,837 Maryland $145,036 Minnesota $143,938 Colorado $143,516 Illinois $143,376 Oregon $142,841 Delaware $142,447

New Hampshire $142,200 Virginia $141,646 Pennsylvania $140,028 Nevada $139,212 North Dakota $138,945 Michigan $138,523 Wisconsin $138,368 Vermont $138,059

Texas $137,201 Maine $137,144 Arizona $137,060 Ohio $136,962 Georgia $135,668 Indiana $135,020 Wyoming $134,894 Utah $134,697

Iowa $134,613 Kansas $133,937 Louisiana $133,740 North Carolina $133,670 Missouri $133,642 Florida $133,093 Montana $132,798 Nebraska $132,517

Kentucky $132,362 South Carolina $131,799 Tennessee $131,448 Idaho $131,307 New Mexico $130,280 Oklahoma $130,055 Alabama $129,225 South Dakota $127,833

Arkansas $127,073 West Virginia $126,665 Mississippi $125,441

Top Paying Cities for Physicist IVs

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: $147,427
Little Creek: $146,062
Magnolia: $146,667

Lincoln, DE $147,427 Little Creek, DE $146,062 Magnolia, DE $146,667 Milford, DE $147,427 Marydel, DE $145,514 Millsboro, DE $147,427 Millville, DE $148,411 Milton, DE $147,427

Nassau, DE $147,427 Ocean View, DE $148,411 Rehoboth Beach, DE $148,411 Seaford, DE $145,880 Selbyville, DE $148,411 Smyrna, DE $145,345 Viola, DE $146,667 Woodside, DE $146,245

Bear, DE $144,276 Newark, DE $144,332 Claymont, DE $144,445 Delaware City, DE $144,332 Hockessin, DE $144,445 Kirkwood, DE $144,332 Middletown, DE $145,050 Montchanin, DE $144,445

New Castle, DE $144,445 Odessa, DE $145,247 Port Penn, DE $143,938 Rockland, DE $144,445 Saint Georges, DE $144,332 Townsend, DE $145,036 Winterthur, DE $144,445 Lewes, DE $147,427

Wilmington, DE $144,445 Dover, DE $145,992 Dover Afb, DE $146,330 Bethany Beach, DE $148,411 Bethel, DE $145,880 Bridgeville, DE $147,427 Camden Wyoming, DE $146,147 Cheswold, DE $145,654

Clayton, DE $145,289 Dagsboro, DE $148,411 Delmar, DE $145,880 Ellendale, DE $147,427 Felton, DE $147,427 Fenwick Island, DE $148,411 Frankford, DE $148,411 Frederica, DE $147,427

Georgetown, DE $147,427 Greenwood, DE $147,427 Harbeson, DE $147,427 Harrington, DE $147,427 Hartly, DE $145,218 Houston, DE $147,427 Kenton, DE $145,289 Laurel, DE $145,880

Yorklyn, DE $144,445

Physicist IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Physicist IV'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 March 01, 2026

$127,817

Average $142,447/year

$156,524

$10,651

Average $11,871/month

$13,044

$2,458

Average $2,739/week

$3,010

$61

Average $68/hour

$75

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$156,524	$13,044	$3,010	$75
Average	$142,447	$11,871	$2,739	$68
25th Percentile	$127,817	$10,651	$2,458	$61

Physicist IV Salary Growth & Career Path

Physicist IV

Biologist V

Geologist V

Geophysicist V

Microbiologist V

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

Physicist IV Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Biologist V	$138,747	-3%
Geologist V	$132,980	-7%
Geophysicist V	$194,488	37%
Microbiologist V	$135,584	-5%

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Physicist IV Salary in Delaware

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Key Factors That Influence Physicist IV Salaries

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Top Paying Cities for Physicist IVs

Physicist IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Physicist IV Salary Growth & Career Path

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