What are the main factors that influence an Experimental Physicist's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Experimental Physicist?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Experimental Physicist roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change An Experimental Physicist's salary?

An Experimental Physicist's salary grows with experience: a Physicist I (0-2 years)earns $73,236, a Physicist II (2-4 years)earns $92,042, a Experimental Physicist (4-7 years)earns $107,986, a Physicist IV (7+ years)earns $140,521, a Physicist V (7-10 years)earns $156,890,

What are the highest paying states for an Experimental Physicist?

Experimental Physicist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Experimental Physicist roles are District of Columbia $115,562, California $115,123, Massachusetts $113,589. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Experimental Physicist roles make?

Salaries for Experimental Physicist level roles vary by specialization: Physicist VI: $186,398; Physicist V: $157,202; Experimental Chemist: $150,985; Physicist IV: $140,800; Experimental Psychologist: $138,512.

Experimental Physicist Salary in Delaware

How much does an Experimental Physicist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Experimental Physicist in Delaware is $105,699 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $126,522
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $94,717 to $116,598
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $84,720

Compensation Planning

Develop a Job Description

Pay Equity

2026 Compensation Trend

AI Onboarding

AI-Powered HR

Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits

View as table

Experimental Physicist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$116,598	$9,717	$2,242	$56
Average	$105,699	$8,808	$2,033	$51
25th Percentile	$94,717	$7,893	$1,821	$46

You may get higher pay by adjusting the following factors:

Change Search Criteria

Check out Experimental Physicist Job Openings in Delaware

Travel L&D RN

Focus Staff - RAPID CITY, SD

Travel L&D RN

Focus Staff - LEBANON, NH

Travel ER RN

Focus Staff - URBANA, IL

Travel RN

Focus Staff - WEIRTON, WV

Search More Experimental Physicist Jobs in Delaware

Key Factors That Influence Experimental Physicist Salaries

An Experimental 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 Experimental Physicist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Experimental 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): $73,236
Early Career (1-2 years): $92,042
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $107,986
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $140,521
Expert (over 8 years): $156,890

Levels	Salary
Physicist... Level Experimental Physicist	$73,236
Physicist... Level Experimental Physicist	$92,042
Experimen... Level Experimental Physicist	$107,986
Physicist... Level Experimental Physicist	$140,521
Physicist... Level Experimental Physicist	$156,890

View as Graph

What Am I Worth?

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

District of Columbia: $115,562.
California: $115,123.
Massachusetts: $113,589.

District of Columbia $115,562 California $115,123 Massachusetts $113,589 Washington $113,172 New Jersey $113,130 Alaska $112,984 Connecticut $111,543 New York $110,959

Hawaii $109,091 Rhode Island $108,214 Maryland $107,619 Minnesota $106,805 Colorado $106,492 Illinois $106,387 Oregon $105,991 Delaware $105,699

New Hampshire $105,515 Virginia $105,104 Pennsylvania $103,903 Nevada $103,298 North Dakota $103,100 Michigan $102,787 Wisconsin $102,672 Vermont $102,442

Texas $101,805 Maine $101,764 Arizona $101,701 Ohio $101,628 Georgia $100,668 Indiana $100,188 Wyoming $100,094 Utah $99,948

Iowa $99,885 Kansas $99,384 Louisiana $99,238 North Carolina $99,186 Missouri $99,165 Florida $98,758 Montana $98,539 Nebraska $98,330

Kentucky $98,215 South Carolina $97,798 Tennessee $97,537 Idaho $97,432 New Mexico $96,670 Oklahoma $96,503 Alabama $95,887 South Dakota $94,854

Arkansas $94,291 West Virginia $93,988 Mississippi $93,080

Top Paying Cities for Experimental 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: $105,223
Little Creek: $105,993
Magnolia: $105,840

Lincoln, DE $105,223 Little Creek, DE $105,993 Magnolia, DE $105,840 Milford, DE $105,490 Marydel, DE $105,663 Millsboro, DE $104,781 Millville, DE $104,943 Milton, DE $105,124

Nassau, DE $105,201 Ocean View, DE $104,925 Rehoboth Beach, DE $105,127 Seaford, DE $105,186 Selbyville, DE $104,751 Smyrna, DE $106,066 Viola, DE $105,577 Woodside, DE $105,861

Bear, DE $105,617 Newark, DE $105,577 Claymont, DE $105,794 Delaware City, DE $105,683 Hockessin, DE $105,568 Kirkwood, DE $105,663 Middletown, DE $105,704 Montchanin, DE $105,592

New Castle, DE $105,608 Odessa, DE $105,756 Port Penn, DE $105,827 Rockland, DE $105,603 Saint Georges, DE $105,670 Townsend, DE $105,833 Winterthur, DE $105,615 Lewes, DE $105,165

Wilmington, DE $105,573 Dover, DE $105,993 Dover Afb, DE $105,434 Bethany Beach, DE $104,814 Bethel, DE $104,923 Bridgeville, DE $105,170 Camden Wyoming, DE $105,694 Cheswold, DE $105,958

Clayton, DE $105,962 Dagsboro, DE $104,741 Delmar, DE $104,573 Ellendale, DE $104,891 Felton, DE $105,481 Fenwick Island, DE $104,764 Frankford, DE $104,582 Frederica, DE $105,586

Georgetown, DE $104,702 Greenwood, DE $105,187 Harbeson, DE $104,813 Harrington, DE $105,348 Hartly, DE $105,676 Houston, DE $105,198 Kenton, DE $105,967 Laurel, DE $104,639

Yorklyn, DE $105,599

Experimental Physicist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Experimental Physicist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 115% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Experimental Physicist positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Experimental Physicist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Experimental Physicist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$147,978	$71.0	40%
Pharmaceuticals	$137,408	$66.0	30%
Biotechnology	$132,123	$64.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$126,838	$61.0	20%
Chemicals	$116,268	$56.0	10%

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

Understanding how an Experimental 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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$94,717

Average $105,699/year

$116,598

$7,893

Average $8,808/month

$9,717

$1,821

Average $2,033/week

$2,242

$46

Average $51/hour

$56

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$116,598	$9,717	$2,242	$56
Average	$105,699	$8,808	$2,033	$51
25th Percentile	$94,717	$7,893	$1,821	$46

Salaries of jobs related to Experimental Physicist

Find Your Next Experimental Physicist Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Experimental Physicist job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Cost of Living In Delaware

Cost of Living in Delaware is

1.3% Higher

than the National Average

Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.

Explore Cost of Living Calculator

Empower Your Team

Salary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.

Find Salary.com Comp Consulting

See Salary Trends in 2025

Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.

Price Your Company Jobs and Make Pay Fair

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about