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 $99,215, California $98,838, Massachusetts $97,521. 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: $133,822; Preclinical Toxicologist: $106,994; Analytical Toxicologist: $87,917; Environmental Toxicologist: $87,827; Staff Toxicologist: $86,784.

Toxicologist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Toxicologist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Toxicologist in Delaware is $90,747 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $126,745
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,827 to $109,589
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,332

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Toxicologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$109,589	$9,132	$2,107	$53
Average	$90,747	$7,562	$1,745	$44
25th Percentile	$74,827	$6,236	$1,439	$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: $99,215.
California: $98,838.
Massachusetts: $97,521.

District of Columbia $99,215 California $98,838 Massachusetts $97,521 Washington $97,163 New Jersey $97,127 Alaska $97,002 Connecticut $95,765 New York $95,263

Hawaii $93,659 Rhode Island $92,906 Maryland $92,396 Minnesota $91,697 Colorado $91,428 Illinois $91,338 Oregon $90,998 Delaware $90,747

New Hampshire $90,589 Virginia $90,236 Pennsylvania $89,206 Nevada $88,686 North Dakota $88,516 Michigan $88,247 Wisconsin $88,148 Vermont $87,951

Texas $87,404 Maine $87,369 Arizona $87,315 Ohio $87,252 Georgia $86,428 Indiana $86,015 Wyoming $85,935 Utah $85,809

Iowa $85,756 Kansas $85,325 Louisiana $85,200 North Carolina $85,155 Missouri $85,137 Florida $84,788 Montana $84,600 Nebraska $84,420

Kentucky $84,322 South Carolina $83,963 Tennessee $83,739 Idaho $83,650 New Mexico $82,996 Oklahoma $82,852 Alabama $82,324 South Dakota $81,436

Arkansas $80,953 West Virginia $80,693 Mississippi $79,913

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: $90,338
Little Creek: $91,000
Magnolia: $90,869

Lincoln, DE $90,338 Little Creek, DE $91,000 Magnolia, DE $90,869 Milford, DE $90,568 Marydel, DE $90,716 Millsboro, DE $89,959 Millville, DE $90,098 Milton, DE $90,254

Nassau, DE $90,319 Ocean View, DE $90,083 Rehoboth Beach, DE $90,256 Seaford, DE $90,307 Selbyville, DE $89,933 Smyrna, DE $91,062 Viola, DE $90,643 Woodside, DE $90,887

Bear, DE $90,677 Newark, DE $90,643 Claymont, DE $90,828 Delaware City, DE $90,733 Hockessin, DE $90,635 Kirkwood, DE $90,716 Middletown, DE $90,751 Montchanin, DE $90,655

New Castle, DE $90,669 Odessa, DE $90,796 Port Penn, DE $90,857 Rockland, DE $90,664 Saint Georges, DE $90,723 Townsend, DE $90,862 Winterthur, DE $90,675 Lewes, DE $90,289

Wilmington, DE $90,639 Dover, DE $91,000 Dover Afb, DE $90,520 Bethany Beach, DE $89,988 Bethel, DE $90,081 Bridgeville, DE $90,293 Camden Wyoming, DE $90,743 Cheswold, DE $90,970

Clayton, DE $90,973 Dagsboro, DE $89,925 Delmar, DE $89,781 Ellendale, DE $90,053 Felton, DE $90,560 Fenwick Island, DE $89,945 Frankford, DE $89,788 Frederica, DE $90,650

Georgetown, DE $89,891 Greenwood, DE $90,308 Harbeson, DE $89,987 Harrington, DE $90,446 Hartly, DE $90,727 Houston, DE $90,317 Kenton, DE $90,977 Laurel, DE $89,837

Yorklyn, DE $90,662

Toxicologist Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Toxicologist salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $90,747. While startup companies pay approximate $90,747.

Toxicologist Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$90,747
Growth Stage	51~500	$90,747
Established	501~5000	$90,747
Enterprise	5000+	$90,747

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 July 01, 2026

$74,827

Average $90,747/year

$109,589

$6,236

Average $7,562/month

$9,132

$1,439

Average $1,745/week

$2,107

$36

Average $44/hour

$53

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$109,589	$9,132	$2,107	$53
Average	$90,747	$7,562	$1,745	$44
25th Percentile	$74,827	$6,236	$1,439	$36

Toxicologist Salary Growth & Career Path

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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	$52,340	-42%
Laboratory Assistant I	$58,666	-35%

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