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

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

How does experience change A Radiation Physicist's salary?

A Radiation Physicist's salary grows with experience: starting around $205,163 for beginners, reaching about $210,540 at mid-level, and approach $226,030 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Radiation Physicist?

Radiation Physicist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Radiation Physicist roles are District of Columbia $236,066, California $235,171, Massachusetts $232,036. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Radiation Physicist roles make?

Salaries for Radiation Physicist level roles vary by specialization: Radiation Oncology Physicist: $339,488; Head Medical Physicist: $309,000; Chief Medical Physicist: $308,951; Expert/ Lead Physicist: $157,200; Specialist Physicist: $140,800.

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Radiation Physicist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Radiation Physicist make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Radiation Physicist in Delaware is $215,918 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $104.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $267,691
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $191,899 to $243,018
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $170,030

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Radiation Physicist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$243,018	$20,251	$4,673	$117
Average	$215,918	$17,993	$4,152	$104
25th Percentile	$191,899	$15,992	$3,690	$92

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Key Factors That Influence Radiation Physicist Salaries

A Radiation Physicist'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 Radiation Physicist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Radiation Physicist'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): $205,163
Early Career (1-2 years): $206,955
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $210,540
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $215,918
Expert (over 8 years): $226,030

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Radiation Physicist	$205,163
Intermediate Level Radiation Physicist	$206,955
Senior Level Radiation Physicist	$210,540
Specialist Level Radiation Physicist	$215,918
Expert Level Radiation Physicist	$226,030

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

District of Columbia: $236,066.
California: $235,171.
Massachusetts: $232,036.

District of Columbia $236,066 California $235,171 Massachusetts $232,036 Washington $231,184 New Jersey $231,098 Alaska $230,800 Connecticut $227,858 New York $226,664

Hawaii $222,847 Rhode Island $221,056 Maryland $219,841 Minnesota $218,178 Colorado $217,538 Illinois $217,325 Oregon $216,515 Delaware $215,918

New Hampshire $215,543 Virginia $214,702 Pennsylvania $212,251 Nevada $211,014 North Dakota $210,609 Michigan $209,969 Wisconsin $209,735 Vermont $209,266

Texas $207,965 Maine $207,880 Arizona $207,752 Ohio $207,603 Georgia $205,641 Indiana $204,660 Wyoming $204,468 Utah $204,170

Iowa $204,042 Kansas $203,019 Louisiana $202,720 North Carolina $202,613 Missouri $202,571 Florida $201,739 Montana $201,292 Nebraska $200,865

Kentucky $200,631 South Carolina $199,778 Tennessee $199,245 Idaho $199,032 New Mexico $197,475 Oklahoma $197,134 Alabama $195,876 South Dakota $193,765

Arkansas $192,614 West Virginia $191,996 Mississippi $190,141

Top Paying Cities for Radiation Physicists

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: $214,946
Little Creek: $216,519
Magnolia: $216,208

Lincoln, DE $214,946 Little Creek, DE $216,519 Magnolia, DE $216,208 Milford, DE $215,491 Marydel, DE $215,845 Millsboro, DE $214,044 Millville, DE $214,374 Milton, DE $214,745

Nassau, DE $214,901 Ocean View, DE $214,338 Rehoboth Beach, DE $214,749 Seaford, DE $214,871 Selbyville, DE $213,982 Smyrna, DE $216,668 Viola, DE $215,670 Woodside, DE $216,250

Bear, DE $215,751 Newark, DE $215,670 Claymont, DE $216,112 Delaware City, DE $215,886 Hockessin, DE $215,651 Kirkwood, DE $215,845 Middletown, DE $215,928 Montchanin, DE $215,700

New Castle, DE $215,732 Odessa, DE $216,035 Port Penn, DE $216,180 Rockland, DE $215,722 Saint Georges, DE $215,860 Townsend, DE $216,193 Winterthur, DE $215,747 Lewes, DE $214,828

Wilmington, DE $215,662 Dover, DE $216,519 Dover Afb, DE $215,378 Bethany Beach, DE $214,112 Bethel, DE $214,334 Bridgeville, DE $214,839 Camden Wyoming, DE $215,909 Cheswold, DE $216,449

Clayton, DE $216,455 Dagsboro, DE $213,963 Delmar, DE $213,619 Ellendale, DE $214,268 Felton, DE $215,474 Fenwick Island, DE $214,010 Frankford, DE $213,636 Frederica, DE $215,688

Georgetown, DE $213,882 Greenwood, DE $214,873 Harbeson, DE $214,110 Harrington, DE $215,201 Hartly, DE $215,871 Houston, DE $214,894 Kenton, DE $216,466 Laurel, DE $213,754

Yorklyn, DE $215,715

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

Understanding how a Radiation Physicist'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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$191,899

Average $215,918/year

$243,018

$15,992

Average $17,993/month

$20,251

$3,690

Average $4,152/week

$4,673

$92

Average $104/hour

$117

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$243,018	$20,251	$4,673	$117
Average	$215,918	$17,993	$4,152	$104
25th Percentile	$191,899	$15,992	$3,690	$92

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