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

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Naturalist roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Naturalist's salary?

A Naturalist's salary grows with experience: a Geologist I (0-2 years)earns $52,246, a Geologist II (2-4 years)earns $68,986, a Naturalist (4-7 years)earns $85,762, a Geologist IV (7+ years)earns $109,396, a Geologist V (7-10 years)earns $131,343,

What are the highest paying states for a Naturalist?

Naturalist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Naturalist roles are District of Columbia $90,934, California $90,589, Massachusetts $89,382. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Naturalist roles make?

Salaries for Naturalist level roles vary by specialization: Park Naturalist: $62,032; Seasonal Naturalist: $58,951.

Naturalist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Naturalist make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Naturalist in Delaware is $83,173 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $106,890
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $70,747 to $95,587
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $59,434

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Naturalist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,587	$7,966	$1,838	$46
Average	$83,173	$6,931	$1,599	$40
25th Percentile	$70,747	$5,896	$1,361	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Naturalist Salaries

A Naturalist'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 Naturalist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Naturalist'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): $52,246
Early Career (1-2 years): $68,986
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $85,762
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $109,396
Expert (over 8 years): $131,343

Levels	Salary
Geologist... Level Naturalist	$52,246
Geologist... Level Naturalist	$68,986
Naturalis... Level Naturalist	$85,762
Geologist... Level Naturalist	$109,396
Geologist... Level Naturalist	$131,343

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

District of Columbia: $90,934.
California: $90,589.
Massachusetts: $89,382.

District of Columbia $90,934 California $90,589 Massachusetts $89,382 Washington $89,053 New Jersey $89,020 Alaska $88,905 Connecticut $87,772 New York $87,312

Hawaii $85,842 Rhode Island $85,152 Maryland $84,684 Minnesota $84,043 Colorado $83,797 Illinois $83,715 Oregon $83,403 Delaware $83,173

New Hampshire $83,028 Virginia $82,705 Pennsylvania $81,760 Nevada $81,284 North Dakota $81,128 Michigan $80,881 Wisconsin $80,791 Vermont $80,610

Texas $80,109 Maine $80,076 Arizona $80,027 Ohio $79,970 Georgia $79,214 Indiana $78,836 Wyoming $78,762 Utah $78,647

Iowa $78,598 Kansas $78,204 Louisiana $78,089 North Carolina $78,048 Missouri $78,031 Florida $77,711 Montana $77,539 Nebraska $77,374

Kentucky $77,284 South Carolina $76,956 Tennessee $76,750 Idaho $76,668 New Mexico $76,069 Oklahoma $75,937 Alabama $75,453 South Dakota $74,639

Arkansas $74,196 West Virginia $73,958 Mississippi $73,243

Top Paying Cities for Naturalists

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: $82,798
Little Creek: $83,404
Magnolia: $83,284

Lincoln, DE $82,798 Little Creek, DE $83,404 Magnolia, DE $83,284 Milford, DE $83,008 Marydel, DE $83,145 Millsboro, DE $82,451 Millville, DE $82,578 Milton, DE $82,721

Nassau, DE $82,781 Ocean View, DE $82,564 Rehoboth Beach, DE $82,723 Seaford, DE $82,769 Selbyville, DE $82,427 Smyrna, DE $83,462 Viola, DE $83,077 Woodside, DE $83,301

Bear, DE $83,109 Newark, DE $83,077 Claymont, DE $83,247 Delaware City, DE $83,160 Hockessin, DE $83,070 Kirkwood, DE $83,145 Middletown, DE $83,177 Montchanin, DE $83,089

New Castle, DE $83,101 Odessa, DE $83,218 Port Penn, DE $83,274 Rockland, DE $83,097 Saint Georges, DE $83,151 Townsend, DE $83,279 Winterthur, DE $83,107 Lewes, DE $82,753

Wilmington, DE $83,074 Dover, DE $83,404 Dover Afb, DE $82,965 Bethany Beach, DE $82,477 Bethel, DE $82,563 Bridgeville, DE $82,757 Camden Wyoming, DE $83,169 Cheswold, DE $83,377

Clayton, DE $83,380 Dagsboro, DE $82,420 Delmar, DE $82,287 Ellendale, DE $82,537 Felton, DE $83,002 Fenwick Island, DE $82,438 Frankford, DE $82,294 Frederica, DE $83,084

Georgetown, DE $82,388 Greenwood, DE $82,770 Harbeson, DE $82,476 Harrington, DE $82,897 Hartly, DE $83,155 Houston, DE $82,779 Kenton, DE $83,384 Laurel, DE $82,339

Yorklyn, DE $83,095

Naturalist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Naturalist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 120% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Naturalist positions in Retail & Wholesale or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Naturalist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Naturalist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$124,759	$60.0	50%
Energy & Utilities	$99,807	$48.0	20%
Construction	$91,490	$44.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Naturalist'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 August 01, 2026

$70,747

Average $83,173/year

$95,587

$5,896

Average $6,931/month

$7,966

$1,361

Average $1,599/week

$1,838

$34

Average $40/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,587	$7,966	$1,838	$46
Average	$83,173	$6,931	$1,599	$40
25th Percentile	$70,747	$5,896	$1,361	$34

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