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

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

How does experience change a Research Scholar's salary?

A Research Scholar's salary grows with experience: starting around $67,141 for beginners, reaching about $70,379 at mid-level, and approach $73,497 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Research Scholar?

Research Scholar salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Research Scholar roles are District of Columbia $74,532, California $74,250, Massachusetts $73,260. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Research Scholar roles make?

Salaries for Research Scholar level roles vary by specialization: Research Fellow: $196,995; Research Veterinarian: $139,346; Research Specialist: $98,816; Research Administrator: $77,196; Research Librarian: $63,533.

Research Scholar Salary in Delaware

How much does a Research Scholar make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Research Scholar in Delaware is $68,171 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $80,730
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,573 to $74,745
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,924

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Research Scholar Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$74,745	$6,229	$1,437	$36
Average	$68,171	$5,681	$1,311	$33
25th Percentile	$57,573	$4,798	$1,107	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Research Scholar Salaries

A Research Scholar'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 Research Scholar Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Research Scholar'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): $67,141
Early Career (1-2 years): $67,435
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $70,379
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $72,606
Expert (over 8 years): $73,497

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Research Scholar	$67,141
Intermediate Level Research Scholar	$67,435
Senior Level Research Scholar	$70,379
Specialist Level Research Scholar	$72,606
Expert Level Research Scholar	$73,497

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How Do Research Scholar 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 Research Scholars. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $74,532.
California: $74,250.
Massachusetts: $73,260.

District of Columbia $74,532 California $74,250 Massachusetts $73,260 Washington $72,991 New Jersey $72,964 Alaska $72,870 Connecticut $71,941 New York $71,564

Hawaii $70,359 Rhode Island $69,793 Maryland $69,410 Minnesota $68,884 Colorado $68,683 Illinois $68,615 Oregon $68,359 Delaware $68,171

New Hampshire $68,052 Virginia $67,787 Pennsylvania $67,013 Nevada $66,623 North Dakota $66,495 Michigan $66,293 Wisconsin $66,219 Vermont $66,071

Texas $65,660 Maine $65,633 Arizona $65,593 Ohio $65,546 Georgia $64,926 Indiana $64,617 Wyoming $64,556 Utah $64,462

Iowa $64,421 Kansas $64,098 Louisiana $64,004 North Carolina $63,970 Missouri $63,957 Florida $63,694 Montana $63,553 Nebraska $63,418

Kentucky $63,344 South Carolina $63,075 Tennessee $62,907 Idaho $62,839 New Mexico $62,348 Oklahoma $62,240 Alabama $61,843 South Dakota $61,177

Arkansas $60,813 West Virginia $60,618 Mississippi $60,032

Top Paying Cities for Research Scholars

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: $70,554
Little Creek: $69,901
Magnolia: $70,190

Lincoln, DE $70,554 Little Creek, DE $69,901 Magnolia, DE $70,190 Milford, DE $70,554 Marydel, DE $69,638 Millsboro, DE $70,554 Millville, DE $71,025 Milton, DE $70,554

Nassau, DE $70,554 Ocean View, DE $71,025 Rehoboth Beach, DE $71,025 Seaford, DE $69,813 Selbyville, DE $71,025 Smyrna, DE $69,558 Viola, DE $70,190 Woodside, DE $69,988

Bear, DE $69,046 Newark, DE $69,073 Claymont, DE $69,127 Delaware City, DE $69,073 Hockessin, DE $69,127 Kirkwood, DE $69,073 Middletown, DE $69,416 Montchanin, DE $69,127

New Castle, DE $69,127 Odessa, DE $69,511 Port Penn, DE $68,884 Rockland, DE $69,127 Saint Georges, DE $69,073 Townsend, DE $69,410 Winterthur, DE $69,127 Lewes, DE $70,554

Wilmington, DE $69,127 Dover, DE $69,867 Dover Afb, DE $70,029 Bethany Beach, DE $71,025 Bethel, DE $69,813 Bridgeville, DE $70,554 Camden Wyoming, DE $69,941 Cheswold, DE $69,706

Clayton, DE $69,531 Dagsboro, DE $71,025 Delmar, DE $69,813 Ellendale, DE $70,554 Felton, DE $70,554 Fenwick Island, DE $71,025 Frankford, DE $71,025 Frederica, DE $70,554

Georgetown, DE $70,554 Greenwood, DE $70,554 Harbeson, DE $70,554 Harrington, DE $70,554 Hartly, DE $69,497 Houston, DE $70,554 Kenton, DE $69,531 Laurel, DE $69,813

Yorklyn, DE $69,127

Research Scholar Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Research Scholar'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 January 01, 2026

$57,573

Average $68,171/year

$74,745

$4,798

Average $5,681/month

$6,229

$1,107

Average $1,311/week

$1,437

$28

Average $33/hour

$36

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$74,745	$6,229	$1,437	$36
Average	$68,171	$5,681	$1,311	$33
25th Percentile	$57,573	$4,798	$1,107	$28

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