What are the main factors that influence a Professor - Physics's salary?

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

How does experience change A Professor - Physics's salary?

A Professor - Physics's salary grows with experience: an Instructor - Physics (0-0 years)earns $60,481, an Asst. Professor - Physics (0-0 years)earns $78,184, an Assoc. Professor - Physics (0-0 years)earns $94,157, a Professor - Physics (0-0 years)earns $122,286,

What are the highest paying states for a Professor - Physics?

Professor - Physics salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Professor - Physics roles are District of Columbia $133,697, California $133,189, Massachusetts $131,414. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Professor - Physics roles make?

Salaries for Professor - Physics level roles vary by specialization: Physics Professor: $120,801; College Professor - Physics: $120,800; University Professor - Physics: $120,760; Professor Of Physics: $115,601; College Associate Professor - Physics: $93,000.

Professor - Physics Salary in Delaware

How much does a Professor - Physics make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Professor - Physics in Delaware is $122,286 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $59.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $157,697
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $106,678 to $140,821
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $92,468

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Professor - Physics Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$140,821	$11,735	$2,708	$68
Average	$122,286	$10,190	$2,352	$59
25th Percentile	$106,678	$8,890	$2,051	$51

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Key Factors That Influence Professor - Physics Salaries

A Professor - Physics'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 Professor - Physics Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Professor - Physics'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:

Instructor - Physics (0-0 years): $60,481
Asst. Professor - Physics (0-0 years): $78,184
Assoc. Professor - Physics (0-0 years): $94,157
Professor - Physics (0-0 years): $122,286

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Instructor - Physics	0-0 years	$60,481
Asst. Professor - Physics	0-0 years	$78,184
Assoc. Professor - Physics	0-0 years	$94,157
Professor - Physics	0-0 years	$122,286

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How Do Professor - Physics 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 Professor - Physics. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $133,697.
California: $133,189.
Massachusetts: $131,414.

District of Columbia $133,697 California $133,189 Massachusetts $131,414 Washington $130,931 New Jersey $130,883 Alaska $130,714 Connecticut $129,048 New York $128,371

Hawaii $126,210 Rhode Island $125,196 Maryland $124,507 Minnesota $123,566 Colorado $123,203 Illinois $123,083 Oregon $122,624 Delaware $122,286

New Hampshire $122,073 Virginia $121,597 Pennsylvania $120,209 Nevada $119,508 North Dakota $119,279 Michigan $118,917 Wisconsin $118,784 Vermont $118,518

Texas $117,782 Maine $117,733 Arizona $117,661 Ohio $117,576 Georgia $116,465 Indiana $115,910 Wyoming $115,801 Utah $115,632

Iowa $115,560 Kansas $114,980 Louisiana $114,811 North Carolina $114,751 Missouri $114,726 Florida $114,256 Montana $114,002 Nebraska $113,760

Kentucky $113,628 South Carolina $113,145 Tennessee $112,843 Idaho $112,722 New Mexico $111,841 Oklahoma $111,647 Alabama $110,935 South Dakota $109,739

Arkansas $109,087 West Virginia $108,737 Mississippi $107,687

Top Paying Cities for Professor - Physics

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: $126,560
Little Creek: $125,389
Magnolia: $125,908

Lincoln, DE $126,560 Little Creek, DE $125,389 Magnolia, DE $125,908 Milford, DE $126,560 Marydel, DE $124,918 Millsboro, DE $126,560 Millville, DE $127,405 Milton, DE $126,560

Nassau, DE $126,560 Ocean View, DE $127,405 Rehoboth Beach, DE $127,405 Seaford, DE $125,232 Selbyville, DE $127,405 Smyrna, DE $124,773 Viola, DE $125,908 Woodside, DE $125,546

Bear, DE $123,855 Newark, DE $123,904 Claymont, DE $124,000 Delaware City, DE $123,904 Hockessin, DE $124,000 Kirkwood, DE $123,904 Middletown, DE $124,519 Montchanin, DE $124,000

New Castle, DE $124,000 Odessa, DE $124,689 Port Penn, DE $123,566 Rockland, DE $124,000 Saint Georges, DE $123,904 Townsend, DE $124,507 Winterthur, DE $124,000 Lewes, DE $126,560

Wilmington, DE $124,000 Dover, DE $125,329 Dover Afb, DE $125,618 Bethany Beach, DE $127,405 Bethel, DE $125,232 Bridgeville, DE $126,560 Camden Wyoming, DE $125,461 Cheswold, DE $125,039

Clayton, DE $124,725 Dagsboro, DE $127,405 Delmar, DE $125,232 Ellendale, DE $126,560 Felton, DE $126,560 Fenwick Island, DE $127,405 Frankford, DE $127,405 Frederica, DE $126,560

Georgetown, DE $126,560 Greenwood, DE $126,560 Harbeson, DE $126,560 Harrington, DE $126,560 Hartly, DE $124,664 Houston, DE $126,560 Kenton, DE $124,725 Laurel, DE $125,232

Yorklyn, DE $124,000

Professor - Physics Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Professor - Physics'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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$106,678

Average $122,286/year

$140,821

$8,890

Average $10,190/month

$11,735

$2,051

Average $2,352/week

$2,708

$51

Average $59/hour

$68

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$140,821	$11,735	$2,708	$68
Average	$122,286	$10,190	$2,352	$59
25th Percentile	$106,678	$8,890	$2,051	$51

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