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

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

How does experience change A Forecaster's salary?

A Forecaster's salary grows with experience: starting around $58,395 for beginners, reaching about $60,630 at mid-level, and approach $62,650 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Forecaster?

Forecaster salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Forecaster roles are District of Columbia $64,504, California $64,260, Massachusetts $63,403. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Forecaster roles make?

Salaries for Forecaster level roles vary by specialization: Weather Forecaster: $143,387; Demand Forecaster: $78,584; Trend Forecaster: $52,341.

Forecaster Salary in Delaware

How much does a Forecaster make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Forecaster in Delaware is $58,999 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $67,775
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,788 to $63,593
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,133

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Forecaster Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,593	$5,299	$1,223	$31
Average	$58,999	$4,917	$1,135	$28
25th Percentile	$52,788	$4,399	$1,015	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Forecaster Salaries

A Forecaster'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 Forecaster Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Forecaster'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): $58,395
Early Career (1-2 years): $58,568
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $60,630
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,515
Expert (over 8 years): $62,650

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Forecaster	$58,395
Intermediate Level Forecaster	$58,568
Senior Level Forecaster	$60,630
Specialist Level Forecaster	$62,515
Expert Level Forecaster	$62,650

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

District of Columbia: $64,504.
California: $64,260.
Massachusetts: $63,403.

District of Columbia $64,504 California $64,260 Massachusetts $63,403 Washington $63,170 New Jersey $63,147 Alaska $63,065 Connecticut $62,261 New York $61,935

Hawaii $60,892 Rhode Island $60,403 Maryland $60,071 Minnesota $59,616 Colorado $59,442 Illinois $59,383 Oregon $59,162 Delaware $58,999

New Hampshire $58,896 Virginia $58,667 Pennsylvania $57,997 Nevada $57,659 North Dakota $57,548 Michigan $57,373 Wisconsin $57,309 Vermont $57,181

Texas $56,826 Maine $56,803 Arizona $56,768 Ohio $56,727 Georgia $56,191 Indiana $55,923 Wyoming $55,870 Utah $55,789

Iowa $55,754 Kansas $55,474 Louisiana $55,393 North Carolina $55,364 Missouri $55,352 Florida $55,125 Montana $55,002 Nebraska $54,886

Kentucky $54,822 South Carolina $54,589 Tennessee $54,443 Idaho $54,385 New Mexico $53,959 Oklahoma $53,866 Alabama $53,523 South Dakota $52,946

Arkansas $52,631 West Virginia $52,462 Mississippi $51,955

Top Paying Cities for Forecasters

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: $58,733
Little Creek: $59,163
Magnolia: $59,078

Lincoln, DE $58,733 Little Creek, DE $59,163 Magnolia, DE $59,078 Milford, DE $58,882 Marydel, DE $58,979 Millsboro, DE $58,487 Millville, DE $58,577 Milton, DE $58,678

Nassau, DE $58,721 Ocean View, DE $58,567 Rehoboth Beach, DE $58,680 Seaford, DE $58,713 Selbyville, DE $58,470 Smyrna, DE $59,204 Viola, DE $58,931 Woodside, DE $59,090

Bear, DE $58,953 Newark, DE $58,931 Claymont, DE $59,052 Delaware City, DE $58,990 Hockessin, DE $58,926 Kirkwood, DE $58,979 Middletown, DE $59,002 Montchanin, DE $58,939

New Castle, DE $58,948 Odessa, DE $59,031 Port Penn, DE $59,071 Rockland, DE $58,945 Saint Georges, DE $58,983 Townsend, DE $59,074 Winterthur, DE $58,952 Lewes, DE $58,701

Wilmington, DE $58,929 Dover, DE $59,163 Dover Afb, DE $58,851 Bethany Beach, DE $58,505 Bethel, DE $58,566 Bridgeville, DE $58,704 Camden Wyoming, DE $58,997 Cheswold, DE $59,144

Clayton, DE $59,146 Dagsboro, DE $58,465 Delmar, DE $58,371 Ellendale, DE $58,548 Felton, DE $58,878 Fenwick Island, DE $58,477 Frankford, DE $58,376 Frederica, DE $58,936

Georgetown, DE $58,443 Greenwood, DE $58,713 Harbeson, DE $58,505 Harrington, DE $58,803 Hartly, DE $58,986 Houston, DE $58,719 Kenton, DE $59,149 Laurel, DE $58,408

Yorklyn, DE $58,944

Forecaster Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Forecaster roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Forecaster positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Forecaster as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Forecaster

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$64,899	$31.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Forecaster'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

$52,788

Average $58,999/year

$63,593

$4,399

Average $4,917/month

$5,299

$1,015

Average $1,135/week

$1,223

$25

Average $28/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,593	$5,299	$1,223	$31
Average	$58,999	$4,917	$1,135	$28
25th Percentile	$52,788	$4,399	$1,015	$25

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