What are the main factors that influence a Perfusionist Assistant'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 Perfusionist Assistant?

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Perfusionist Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Perfusionist Assistant's salary?

A Perfusionist Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $152,768 for beginners, reaching about $157,370 at mid-level, and approach $161,593 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Perfusionist Assistant?

Perfusionist Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Perfusionist Assistant roles are District of Columbia $168,380, California $167,741, Massachusetts $165,505. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Perfusionist Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Perfusionist Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Cardiopulmonary Perfusionist: $162,957; Clinical Perfusionist: $160,413; Travel Perfusionist: $159,097; Perfusionist Traveler: $158,937; Chief Perfusionist: $158,868.

Perfusionist Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Perfusionist Assistant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Perfusionist Assistant in Delaware is $154,008 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $172,262
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $141,253 to $163,563
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $129,641

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Perfusionist Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$163,563	$13,630	$3,145	$79
Average	$154,008	$12,834	$2,962	$74
25th Percentile	$141,253	$11,771	$2,716	$68

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Key Factors That Influence Perfusionist Assistant Salaries

A Perfusionist Assistant'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 Perfusionist Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Perfusionist Assistant'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): $152,768
Early Career (1-2 years): $153,123
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $157,370
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $161,311
Expert (over 8 years): $161,593

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Perfusionist Assistant	$152,768
Intermediate Level Perfusionist Assistant	$153,123
Senior Level Perfusionist Assistant	$157,370
Specialist Level Perfusionist Assistant	$161,311
Expert Level Perfusionist Assistant	$161,593

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How Do Perfusionist Assistant 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 Perfusionist Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $168,380.
California: $167,741.
Massachusetts: $165,505.

District of Columbia $168,380 California $167,741 Massachusetts $165,505 Washington $164,897 New Jersey $164,836 Alaska $164,623 Connecticut $162,525 New York $161,673

Hawaii $158,951 Rhode Island $157,673 Maryland $156,807 Minnesota $155,620 Colorado $155,164 Illinois $155,012 Oregon $154,434 Delaware $154,008

New Hampshire $153,741 Virginia $153,142 Pennsylvania $151,393 Nevada $150,511 North Dakota $150,222 Michigan $149,765 Wisconsin $149,598 Vermont $149,264

Texas $148,336 Maine $148,275 Arizona $148,184 Ohio $148,077 Georgia $146,678 Indiana $145,979 Wyoming $145,842 Utah $145,629

Iowa $145,538 Kansas $144,808 Louisiana $144,595 North Carolina $144,519 Missouri $144,488 Florida $143,895 Montana $143,576 Nebraska $143,272

Kentucky $143,104 South Carolina $142,496 Tennessee $142,116 Idaho $141,964 New Mexico $140,854 Oklahoma $140,610 Alabama $139,713 South Dakota $138,208

Arkansas $137,386 West Virginia $136,945 Mississippi $135,622

Top Paying Cities for Perfusionist Assistants

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: $153,315
Little Creek: $154,437
Magnolia: $154,215

Lincoln, DE $153,315 Little Creek, DE $154,437 Magnolia, DE $154,215 Milford, DE $153,704 Marydel, DE $153,957 Millsboro, DE $152,672 Millville, DE $152,907 Milton, DE $153,172

Nassau, DE $153,283 Ocean View, DE $152,881 Rehoboth Beach, DE $153,175 Seaford, DE $153,262 Selbyville, DE $152,628 Smyrna, DE $154,544 Viola, DE $153,832 Woodside, DE $154,246

Bear, DE $153,890 Newark, DE $153,832 Claymont, DE $154,147 Delaware City, DE $153,986 Hockessin, DE $153,818 Kirkwood, DE $153,957 Middletown, DE $154,016 Montchanin, DE $153,853

New Castle, DE $153,876 Odessa, DE $154,092 Port Penn, DE $154,195 Rockland, DE $153,868 Saint Georges, DE $153,967 Townsend, DE $154,205 Winterthur, DE $153,887 Lewes, DE $153,231

Wilmington, DE $153,826 Dover, DE $154,437 Dover Afb, DE $153,624 Bethany Beach, DE $152,720 Bethel, DE $152,878 Bridgeville, DE $153,239 Camden Wyoming, DE $154,002 Cheswold, DE $154,387

Clayton, DE $154,392 Dagsboro, DE $152,614 Delmar, DE $152,369 Ellendale, DE $152,831 Felton, DE $153,692 Fenwick Island, DE $152,647 Frankford, DE $152,381 Frederica, DE $153,844

Georgetown, DE $152,556 Greenwood, DE $153,263 Harbeson, DE $152,719 Harrington, DE $153,497 Hartly, DE $153,975 Houston, DE $153,278 Kenton, DE $154,399 Laurel, DE $152,465

Yorklyn, DE $153,864

Perfusionist Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Perfusionist Assistant roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Perfusionist Assistant positions in Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Perfusionist Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Perfusionist Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$184,810	$89.0	20%

Perfusionist Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Perfusionist Assistant'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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$141,253

Average $154,008/year

$163,563

$11,771

Average $12,834/month

$13,630

$2,716

Average $2,962/week

$3,145

$68

Average $74/hour

$79

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$163,563	$13,630	$3,145	$79
Average	$154,008	$12,834	$2,962	$74
25th Percentile	$141,253	$11,771	$2,716	$68

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