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

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

What are the highest paying states for a Toxicologist?

Toxicologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Toxicologist roles are District of Columbia $98,700, California $98,325, Massachusetts $97,015. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Toxicologist roles make?

Salaries for Toxicologist level roles vary by specialization: Senior Toxicologist: $133,851; Preclinical Toxicologist: $106,995; Analytical Toxicologist: $87,920; Environmental Toxicologist: $87,833; Staff Toxicologist: $86,792.

Toxicologist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Toxicologist make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Toxicologist in Delaware is $90,276 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $126,086
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,438 to $109,020
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,019

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Toxicologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$109,020	$9,085	$2,097	$52
Average	$90,276	$7,523	$1,736	$43
25th Percentile	$74,438	$6,203	$1,432	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Toxicologist Salaries

A Toxicologist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Toxicologist 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 Toxicologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $98,700.
California: $98,325.
Massachusetts: $97,015.

District of Columbia $98,700 California $98,325 Massachusetts $97,015 Washington $96,658 New Jersey $96,623 Alaska $96,498 Connecticut $95,268 New York $94,768

Hawaii $93,173 Rhode Island $92,424 Maryland $91,916 Minnesota $91,221 Colorado $90,953 Illinois $90,864 Oregon $90,525 Delaware $90,276

New Hampshire $90,119 Virginia $89,767 Pennsylvania $88,742 Nevada $88,225 North Dakota $88,056 Michigan $87,788 Wisconsin $87,690 Vermont $87,494

Texas $86,951 Maine $86,915 Arizona $86,861 Ohio $86,799 Georgia $85,979 Indiana $85,569 Wyoming $85,489 Utah $85,364

Iowa $85,310 Kansas $84,882 Louisiana $84,758 North Carolina $84,713 Missouri $84,695 Florida $84,348 Montana $84,160 Nebraska $83,982

Kentucky $83,884 South Carolina $83,527 Tennessee $83,305 Idaho $83,215 New Mexico $82,565 Oklahoma $82,422 Alabama $81,896 South Dakota $81,014

Arkansas $80,532 West Virginia $80,274 Mississippi $79,498

Top Paying Cities for Toxicologists

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: $93,431
Little Creek: $92,567
Magnolia: $92,950

Lincoln, DE $93,431 Little Creek, DE $92,567 Magnolia, DE $92,950 Milford, DE $93,431 Marydel, DE $92,219 Millsboro, DE $93,431 Millville, DE $94,055 Milton, DE $93,431

Nassau, DE $93,431 Ocean View, DE $94,055 Rehoboth Beach, DE $94,055 Seaford, DE $92,451 Selbyville, DE $94,055 Smyrna, DE $92,112 Viola, DE $92,950 Woodside, DE $92,682

Bear, DE $91,434 Newark, DE $91,470 Claymont, DE $91,541 Delaware City, DE $91,470 Hockessin, DE $91,541 Kirkwood, DE $91,470 Middletown, DE $91,925 Montchanin, DE $91,541

New Castle, DE $91,541 Odessa, DE $92,050 Port Penn, DE $91,221 Rockland, DE $91,541 Saint Georges, DE $91,470 Townsend, DE $91,916 Winterthur, DE $91,541 Lewes, DE $93,431

Wilmington, DE $91,541 Dover, DE $92,522 Dover Afb, DE $92,736 Bethany Beach, DE $94,055 Bethel, DE $92,451 Bridgeville, DE $93,431 Camden Wyoming, DE $92,620 Cheswold, DE $92,308

Clayton, DE $92,076 Dagsboro, DE $94,055 Delmar, DE $92,451 Ellendale, DE $93,431 Felton, DE $93,431 Fenwick Island, DE $94,055 Frankford, DE $94,055 Frederica, DE $93,431

Georgetown, DE $93,431 Greenwood, DE $93,431 Harbeson, DE $93,431 Harrington, DE $93,431 Hartly, DE $92,032 Houston, DE $93,431 Kenton, DE $92,076 Laurel, DE $92,451

Yorklyn, DE $91,541

Toxicologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Toxicologist'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 April 01, 2026

$74,438

Average $90,276/year

$109,020

$6,203

Average $7,523/month

$9,085

$1,432

Average $1,736/week

$2,097

$36

Average $43/hour

$52

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$109,020	$9,085	$2,097	$52
Average	$90,276	$7,523	$1,736	$43
25th Percentile	$74,438	$6,203	$1,432	$36

Toxicologist Salary Growth & Career Path

Toxicologist

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Laboratory Assistant I

Research Technician II - Biotech

Laboratory Assistant II

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

Toxicologist Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Research Technician I - Biotech	$52,344	-42%
Laboratory Assistant I	$58,651	-35%

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