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 $93,341, a Physicist III (4-7 years)earns $109,529, a Physicist IV (7+ years)earns $142,515, a Physicist V (7-10 years)earns $159,159, a Physicist VI (10-12 years)earns $188,750,

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 $155,814, California $155,223, Massachusetts $153,154. 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: $507,955; Physicist VI: $186,383; Physicist V: $157,163; Specialist Physicist: $140,800; Physicist: $108,224.

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Physicist IV Salary in Delaware

How much does a Physicist IV make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Physicist IV in Delaware is $142,515 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $168,026
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $127,256 to $155,869
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $113,363

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Physicist IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$155,869	$12,989	$2,997	$75
Average	$142,515	$11,876	$2,741	$69
25th Percentile	$127,256	$10,605	$2,447	$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	$93,341
Physicist III	4-7 years	$109,529
Physicist IV	7+ years	$142,515
Physicist V	7-10 years	$159,159
Physicist VI	10-12 years	$188,750

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: $155,814.
California: $155,223.
Massachusetts: $153,154.

District of Columbia $155,814 California $155,223 Massachusetts $153,154 Washington $152,591 New Jersey $152,535 Alaska $152,338 Connecticut $150,396 New York $149,608

Hawaii $147,089 Rhode Island $145,907 Maryland $145,105 Minnesota $144,007 Colorado $143,585 Illinois $143,444 Oregon $142,909 Delaware $142,515

New Hampshire $142,268 Virginia $141,713 Pennsylvania $140,095 Nevada $139,279 North Dakota $139,011 Michigan $138,589 Wisconsin $138,434 Vermont $138,125

Texas $137,266 Maine $137,210 Arizona $137,125 Ohio $137,027 Georgia $135,732 Indiana $135,085 Wyoming $134,958 Utah $134,761

Iowa $134,677 Kansas $134,001 Louisiana $133,804 North Carolina $133,734 Missouri $133,706 Florida $133,157 Montana $132,861 Nebraska $132,580

Kentucky $132,425 South Carolina $131,862 Tennessee $131,510 Idaho $131,370 New Mexico $130,342 Oklahoma $130,117 Alabama $129,287 South Dakota $127,894

Arkansas $127,134 West Virginia $126,726 Mississippi $125,501

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: $141,874
Little Creek: $142,912
Magnolia: $142,707

Lincoln, DE $141,874 Little Creek, DE $142,912 Magnolia, DE $142,707 Milford, DE $142,234 Marydel, DE $142,467 Millsboro, DE $141,278 Millville, DE $141,496 Milton, DE $141,741

Nassau, DE $141,844 Ocean View, DE $141,472 Rehoboth Beach, DE $141,744 Seaford, DE $141,824 Selbyville, DE $141,237 Smyrna, DE $143,011 Viola, DE $142,352 Woodside, DE $142,735

Bear, DE $142,405 Newark, DE $142,352 Claymont, DE $142,643 Delaware City, DE $142,494 Hockessin, DE $142,339 Kirkwood, DE $142,467 Middletown, DE $142,522 Montchanin, DE $142,372

New Castle, DE $142,393 Odessa, DE $142,593 Port Penn, DE $142,688 Rockland, DE $142,386 Saint Georges, DE $142,477 Townsend, DE $142,697 Winterthur, DE $142,403 Lewes, DE $141,796

Wilmington, DE $142,346 Dover, DE $142,912 Dover Afb, DE $142,159 Bethany Beach, DE $141,323 Bethel, DE $141,470 Bridgeville, DE $141,803 Camden Wyoming, DE $142,510 Cheswold, DE $142,866

Clayton, DE $142,870 Dagsboro, DE $141,225 Delmar, DE $140,998 Ellendale, DE $141,426 Felton, DE $142,223 Fenwick Island, DE $141,256 Frankford, DE $141,009 Frederica, DE $142,363

Georgetown, DE $141,171 Greenwood, DE $141,826 Harbeson, DE $141,322 Harrington, DE $142,042 Hartly, DE $142,484 Houston, DE $141,840 Kenton, DE $142,877 Laurel, DE $141,087

Yorklyn, DE $142,382

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 May 01, 2026

$127,256

Average $142,515/year

$155,869

$10,605

Average $11,876/month

$12,989

$2,447

Average $2,741/week

$2,997

$61

Average $69/hour

$75

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$155,869	$12,989	$2,997	$75
Average	$142,515	$11,876	$2,741	$69
25th Percentile	$127,256	$10,605	$2,447	$61

Physicist IV Salary Growth & Career Path

Physicist IV

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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	$138,745	-3%
Geologist V	$132,881	-7%
Geophysicist V	$194,505	36%
Microbiologist V	$135,576	-5%

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