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

A Physicist V's salary grows with experience: starting around $153,434 for beginners, reaching about $154,898 at mid-level, and approach $159,368 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Physicist V?

Physicist V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Physicist V roles are District of Columbia $173,926, California $173,266, Massachusetts $170,957. 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: $506,840; Physicist VI: $186,361; Specialist Physicist: $140,600; Physicist IV: $140,586; Physicist: $108,183.

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Physicist V Salary in Delaware

How much does a Physicist V make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Physicist V in Delaware is $159,081 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $76.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $177,451
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $145,067 to $168,697
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $132,308

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Physicist V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$168,697	$14,058	$3,244	$81
Average	$159,081	$13,257	$3,059	$76
25th Percentile	$145,067	$12,089	$2,790	$70

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Key Factors That Influence Physicist V Salaries

A Physicist V'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 Physicist V Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Physicist V'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): $153,434
Early Career (1-2 years): $154,479
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $154,898
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $156,989
Expert (over 8 years): $159,368

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Physicist V	$153,434
Intermediate Level Physicist V	$154,479
Senior Level Physicist V	$154,898
Specialist Level Physicist V	$156,989
Expert Level Physicist V	$159,368

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

District of Columbia: $173,926.
California: $173,266.
Massachusetts: $170,957.

District of Columbia $173,926 California $173,266 Massachusetts $170,957 Washington $170,328 New Jersey $170,266 Alaska $170,046 Connecticut $167,878 New York $166,998

Hawaii $164,186 Rhode Island $162,867 Maryland $161,971 Minnesota $160,746 Colorado $160,275 Illinois $160,118 Oregon $159,521 Delaware $159,081

New Hampshire $158,805 Virginia $158,186 Pennsylvania $156,379 Nevada $155,468 North Dakota $155,170 Michigan $154,698 Wisconsin $154,525 Vermont $154,180

Texas $153,222 Maine $153,159 Arizona $153,065 Ohio $152,955 Georgia $151,509 Indiana $150,787 Wyoming $150,645 Utah $150,426

Iowa $150,331 Kansas $149,577 Louisiana $149,357 North Carolina $149,279 Missouri $149,247 Florida $148,635 Montana $148,305 Nebraska $147,991

Kentucky $147,818 South Carolina $147,190 Tennessee $146,797 Idaho $146,640 New Mexico $145,493 Oklahoma $145,242 Alabama $144,315 South Dakota $142,760

Arkansas $141,911 West Virginia $141,456 Mississippi $140,089

Top Paying Cities for Physicist Vs

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: $164,642
Little Creek: $163,118
Magnolia: $163,794

Lincoln, DE $164,642 Little Creek, DE $163,118 Magnolia, DE $163,794 Milford, DE $164,642 Marydel, DE $162,505 Millsboro, DE $164,642 Millville, DE $165,741 Milton, DE $164,642

Nassau, DE $164,642 Ocean View, DE $165,741 Rehoboth Beach, DE $165,741 Seaford, DE $162,914 Selbyville, DE $165,741 Smyrna, DE $162,317 Viola, DE $163,794 Woodside, DE $163,322

Bear, DE $161,123 Newark, DE $161,186 Claymont, DE $161,312 Delaware City, DE $161,186 Hockessin, DE $161,312 Kirkwood, DE $161,186 Middletown, DE $161,987 Montchanin, DE $161,312

New Castle, DE $161,312 Odessa, DE $162,207 Port Penn, DE $160,746 Rockland, DE $161,312 Saint Georges, DE $161,186 Townsend, DE $161,971 Winterthur, DE $161,312 Lewes, DE $164,642

Wilmington, DE $161,312 Dover, DE $163,040 Dover Afb, DE $163,417 Bethany Beach, DE $165,741 Bethel, DE $162,914 Bridgeville, DE $164,642 Camden Wyoming, DE $163,212 Cheswold, DE $162,663

Clayton, DE $162,254 Dagsboro, DE $165,741 Delmar, DE $162,914 Ellendale, DE $164,642 Felton, DE $164,642 Fenwick Island, DE $165,741 Frankford, DE $165,741 Frederica, DE $164,642

Georgetown, DE $164,642 Greenwood, DE $164,642 Harbeson, DE $164,642 Harrington, DE $164,642 Hartly, DE $162,176 Houston, DE $164,642 Kenton, DE $162,254 Laurel, DE $162,914

Yorklyn, DE $161,312

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

Understanding how a Physicist V'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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$145,067

Average $159,081/year

$168,697

$12,089

Average $13,257/month

$14,058

$2,790

Average $3,059/week

$3,244

$70

Average $76/hour

$81

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$168,697	$14,058	$3,244	$81
Average	$159,081	$13,257	$3,059	$76
25th Percentile	$145,067	$12,089	$2,790	$70

Physicist V Salary Growth & Career Path

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Physicist V Salary Growth and Career Path
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Geologist Manager	$141,370	-11%
Physicist VI	$188,728	19%

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