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

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

How does experience change A Climate Scientist's salary?

A Climate Scientist's salary grows with experience: an Environmental Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $77,093, an Environmental Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $90,083, an Climate Scientist (4-7 years)earns $106,264, an Environmental Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $129,953, an Environmental Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $158,688,

What are the highest paying states for a Climate Scientist?

Climate Scientist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Climate Scientist roles are District of Columbia $114,234, California $113,801, Massachusetts $112,284. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Climate Scientist roles make?

Salaries for Climate Scientist level roles vary by specialization: Climate Corps Fellow: $201,270; Associate Scientist, Scientist: $131,260; Scientist: $125,723; Climate Change Specialist: $123,658; Culture And Climate Specialist: $86,579.

Climate Scientist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Climate Scientist make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Climate Scientist in Delaware is $104,484 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $124,023
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $95,940 to $114,712
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $88,160

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Climate Scientist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$114,712	$9,559	$2,206	$55
Average	$104,484	$8,707	$2,009	$50
25th Percentile	$95,940	$7,995	$1,845	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Climate Scientist Salaries

A Climate Scientist'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 Climate Scientist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Climate Scientist'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): $77,093
Early Career (1-2 years): $90,083
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $106,264
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $129,953
Expert (over 8 years): $158,688

Levels	Salary
Environme... Level Climate Scientist	$77,093
Environme... Level Climate Scientist	$90,083
Climate S... Level Climate Scientist	$106,264
Environme... Level Climate Scientist	$129,953
Environme... Level Climate Scientist	$158,688

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How Do Climate Scientist 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 Climate Scientists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $114,234.
California: $113,801.
Massachusetts: $112,284.

District of Columbia $114,234 California $113,801 Massachusetts $112,284 Washington $111,872 New Jersey $111,830 Alaska $111,686 Connecticut $110,262 New York $109,684

Hawaii $107,837 Rhode Island $106,971 Maryland $106,383 Minnesota $105,578 Colorado $105,268 Illinois $105,165 Oregon $104,773 Delaware $104,484

New Hampshire $104,303 Virginia $103,896 Pennsylvania $102,710 Nevada $102,111 North Dakota $101,915 Michigan $101,606 Wisconsin $101,492 Vermont $101,265

Texas $100,636 Maine $100,595 Arizona $100,533 Ohio $100,461 Georgia $99,511 Indiana $99,037 Wyoming $98,944 Utah $98,799

Iowa $98,738 Kansas $98,242 Louisiana $98,098 North Carolina $98,046 Missouri $98,026 Florida $97,623 Montana $97,407 Nebraska $97,200

Kentucky $97,087 South Carolina $96,674 Tennessee $96,416 Idaho $96,313 New Mexico $95,560 Oklahoma $95,395 Alabama $94,786 South Dakota $93,765

Arkansas $93,207 West Virginia $92,908 Mississippi $92,011

Top Paying Cities for Climate Scientists

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: $104,014
Little Creek: $104,775
Magnolia: $104,625

Lincoln, DE $104,014 Little Creek, DE $104,775 Magnolia, DE $104,625 Milford, DE $104,278 Marydel, DE $104,449 Millsboro, DE $103,577 Millville, DE $103,737 Milton, DE $103,917

Nassau, DE $103,992 Ocean View, DE $103,720 Rehoboth Beach, DE $103,919 Seaford, DE $103,978 Selbyville, DE $103,547 Smyrna, DE $104,847 Viola, DE $104,365 Woodside, DE $104,645

Bear, DE $104,404 Newark, DE $104,365 Claymont, DE $104,578 Delaware City, DE $104,469 Hockessin, DE $104,355 Kirkwood, DE $104,449 Middletown, DE $104,489 Montchanin, DE $104,379

New Castle, DE $104,395 Odessa, DE $104,541 Port Penn, DE $104,611 Rockland, DE $104,389 Saint Georges, DE $104,456 Townsend, DE $104,617 Winterthur, DE $104,402 Lewes, DE $103,957

Wilmington, DE $104,361 Dover, DE $104,775 Dover Afb, DE $104,223 Bethany Beach, DE $103,610 Bethel, DE $103,718 Bridgeville, DE $103,962 Camden Wyoming, DE $104,480 Cheswold, DE $104,741

Clayton, DE $104,744 Dagsboro, DE $103,538 Delmar, DE $103,372 Ellendale, DE $103,686 Felton, DE $104,270 Fenwick Island, DE $103,561 Frankford, DE $103,380 Frederica, DE $104,373

Georgetown, DE $103,499 Greenwood, DE $103,979 Harbeson, DE $103,609 Harrington, DE $104,138 Hartly, DE $104,462 Houston, DE $103,989 Kenton, DE $104,749 Laurel, DE $103,437

Yorklyn, DE $104,386

Climate Scientist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Climate Scientist'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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$95,940

Average $104,484/year

$114,712

$7,995

Average $8,707/month

$9,559

$1,845

Average $2,009/week

$2,206

$46

Average $50/hour

$55

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$114,712	$9,559	$2,206	$55
Average	$104,484	$8,707	$2,009	$50
25th Percentile	$95,940	$7,995	$1,845	$46

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