What are the main factors that influence a Kinesiologist'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 Kinesiologist?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Kinesiologist roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

How does experience change A Kinesiologist's salary?

A Kinesiologist's salary grows with experience: a Kinesiologist (0-2 years)earns $93,310, a Physical Therapist II (2-4 years)earns $108,816, a Physical Therapist III (4-7 years)earns $125,572, a Physical Therapy Supervisor (7+ years)earns $109,894, a Physical Therapy Manager (7+ years)earns $129,708,

What are the highest paying states for a Kinesiologist?

Kinesiologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Kinesiologist roles are District of Columbia $99,412, California $99,035, Massachusetts $97,715. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

Kinesiologist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Kinesiologist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Kinesiologist in Delaware is $90,927 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $112,745
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $79,489 to $102,348
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,076

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Kinesiologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,348	$8,529	$1,968	$49
Average	$90,927	$7,577	$1,749	$44
25th Percentile	$79,489	$6,624	$1,529	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Kinesiologist Salaries

A Kinesiologist'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 Kinesiologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Kinesiologist'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): $93,310
Early Career (1-2 years): $108,816
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $125,572
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $109,894
Expert (over 8 years): $129,708

Levels	Salary
Kinesiolo... Level Kinesiologist	$93,310
Physical ... Level Kinesiologist	$108,816
Physical ... Level Kinesiologist	$125,572
Physical ... Level Kinesiologist	$109,894
Physical ... Level Kinesiologist	$129,708

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

District of Columbia: $99,412.
California: $99,035.
Massachusetts: $97,715.

District of Columbia $99,412 California $99,035 Massachusetts $97,715 Washington $97,356 New Jersey $97,320 Alaska $97,194 Connecticut $95,955 New York $95,452

Hawaii $93,845 Rhode Island $93,091 Maryland $92,579 Minnesota $91,879 Colorado $91,609 Illinois $91,519 Oregon $91,178 Delaware $90,927

New Hampshire $90,769 Virginia $90,415 Pennsylvania $89,382 Nevada $88,862 North Dakota $88,691 Michigan $88,422 Wisconsin $88,323 Vermont $88,125

Texas $87,578 Maine $87,542 Arizona $87,488 Ohio $87,425 Georgia $86,599 Indiana $86,186 Wyoming $86,105 Utah $85,980

Iowa $85,926 Kansas $85,495 Louisiana $85,369 North Carolina $85,324 Missouri $85,306 Florida $84,956 Montana $84,767 Nebraska $84,588

Kentucky $84,489 South Carolina $84,130 Tennessee $83,905 Idaho $83,816 New Mexico $83,160 Oklahoma $83,017 Alabama $82,487 South Dakota $81,598

Arkansas $81,113 West Virginia $80,853 Mississippi $80,072

Top Paying Cities for Kinesiologists

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: $90,517
Little Creek: $91,180
Magnolia: $91,049

Lincoln, DE $90,517 Little Creek, DE $91,180 Magnolia, DE $91,049 Milford, DE $90,747 Marydel, DE $90,896 Millsboro, DE $90,138 Millville, DE $90,277 Milton, DE $90,433

Nassau, DE $90,499 Ocean View, DE $90,261 Rehoboth Beach, DE $90,435 Seaford, DE $90,486 Selbyville, DE $90,112 Smyrna, DE $91,243 Viola, DE $90,823 Woodside, DE $91,067

Bear, DE $90,857 Newark, DE $90,823 Claymont, DE $91,008 Delaware City, DE $90,913 Hockessin, DE $90,815 Kirkwood, DE $90,896 Middletown, DE $90,931 Montchanin, DE $90,835

New Castle, DE $90,849 Odessa, DE $90,976 Port Penn, DE $91,037 Rockland, DE $90,844 Saint Georges, DE $90,903 Townsend, DE $91,043 Winterthur, DE $90,855 Lewes, DE $90,468

Wilmington, DE $90,819 Dover, DE $91,180 Dover Afb, DE $90,700 Bethany Beach, DE $90,166 Bethel, DE $90,260 Bridgeville, DE $90,472 Camden Wyoming, DE $90,923 Cheswold, DE $91,150

Clayton, DE $91,153 Dagsboro, DE $90,103 Delmar, DE $89,959 Ellendale, DE $90,232 Felton, DE $90,740 Fenwick Island, DE $90,123 Frankford, DE $89,966 Frederica, DE $90,830

Georgetown, DE $90,069 Greenwood, DE $90,487 Harbeson, DE $90,165 Harrington, DE $90,625 Hartly, DE $90,907 Houston, DE $90,496 Kenton, DE $91,158 Laurel, DE $90,015

Yorklyn, DE $90,841

Kinesiologist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Kinesiologist roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 15% above the average. Conversely, Kinesiologist positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Kinesiologist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Kinesiologist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$104,566	$50.0	15%

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

Understanding how a Kinesiologist'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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$79,489

Average $90,927/year

$102,348

$6,624

Average $7,577/month

$8,529

$1,529

Average $1,749/week

$1,968

$38

Average $44/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,348	$8,529	$1,968	$49
Average	$90,927	$7,577	$1,749	$44
25th Percentile	$79,489	$6,624	$1,529	$38

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