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

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

How does experience change A Science Journalist's salary?

A Science Journalist's salary grows with experience: a Technical Customer Support Representative I (0-1 years)earns $39,346, a Science Journalist (1-3 years)earns $50,801, a Technical Customer Support Representative III (3-5 years)earns $57,705, a Technical Customer Support Team Leader (5+ years)earns $78,288, a Technical Customer Support Supervisor (5+ years)earns $92,265,

What are the highest paying states for a Science Journalist?

Science Journalist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Science Journalist roles are District of Columbia $54,844, California $54,636, Massachusetts $53,908. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Science Journalist roles make?

Salaries for Science Journalist level roles vary by specialization: Data Journalist: $80,102; Video Journalist: $70,374; Digital Journalist: $63,117; Brand Journalist: $62,064; Journalist: $61,804.

Science Journalist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Science Journalist make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Science Journalist in Delaware is $50,163 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $59,927
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,099 to $55,274
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,310

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Science Journalist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,274	$4,606	$1,063	$27
Average	$50,163	$4,180	$965	$24
25th Percentile	$47,099	$3,925	$906	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Science Journalist Salaries

A Science Journalist'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 Science Journalist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Science Journalist'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): $39,346
Early Career (1-2 years): $50,801
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $57,705
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $78,288
Expert (over 8 years): $92,265

Levels	Salary
Technical... Level Science Journalist	$39,346
Science J... Level Science Journalist	$50,801
Technical... Level Science Journalist	$57,705
Technical... Level Science Journalist	$78,288
Technical... Level Science Journalist	$92,265

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How Do Science Journalist 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 Science Journalists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $54,844.
California: $54,636.
Massachusetts: $53,908.

District of Columbia $54,844 California $54,636 Massachusetts $53,908 Washington $53,710 New Jersey $53,690 Alaska $53,621 Connecticut $52,937 New York $52,660

Hawaii $51,773 Rhode Island $51,357 Maryland $51,075 Minnesota $50,688 Colorado $50,540 Illinois $50,490 Oregon $50,302 Delaware $50,163

New Hampshire $50,076 Virginia $49,881 Pennsylvania $49,311 Nevada $49,024 North Dakota $48,930 Michigan $48,781 Wisconsin $48,727 Vermont $48,618

Texas $48,316 Maine $48,296 Arizona $48,266 Ohio $48,231 Georgia $47,776 Indiana $47,548 Wyoming $47,503 Utah $47,434

Iowa $47,404 Kansas $47,166 Louisiana $47,097 North Carolina $47,072 Missouri $47,062 Florida $46,869 Montana $46,765 Nebraska $46,666

Kentucky $46,612 South Carolina $46,413 Tennessee $46,290 Idaho $46,240 New Mexico $45,878 Oklahoma $45,799 Alabama $45,507 South Dakota $45,017

Arkansas $44,749 West Virginia $44,605 Mississippi $44,175

Top Paying Cities for Science Journalists

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: $49,937
Little Creek: $50,303
Magnolia: $50,231

Lincoln, DE $49,937 Little Creek, DE $50,303 Magnolia, DE $50,231 Milford, DE $50,064 Marydel, DE $50,146 Millsboro, DE $49,728 Millville, DE $49,805 Milton, DE $49,891

Nassau, DE $49,927 Ocean View, DE $49,796 Rehoboth Beach, DE $49,892 Seaford, DE $49,920 Selbyville, DE $49,713 Smyrna, DE $50,338 Viola, DE $50,106 Woodside, DE $50,240

Bear, DE $50,125 Newark, DE $50,106 Claymont, DE $50,208 Delaware City, DE $50,156 Hockessin, DE $50,101 Kirkwood, DE $50,146 Middletown, DE $50,166 Montchanin, DE $50,113

New Castle, DE $50,120 Odessa, DE $50,190 Port Penn, DE $50,224 Rockland, DE $50,118 Saint Georges, DE $50,150 Townsend, DE $50,227 Winterthur, DE $50,124 Lewes, DE $49,910

Wilmington, DE $50,104 Dover, DE $50,303 Dover Afb, DE $50,038 Bethany Beach, DE $49,744 Bethel, DE $49,795 Bridgeville, DE $49,913 Camden Wyoming, DE $50,161 Cheswold, DE $50,287

Clayton, DE $50,288 Dagsboro, DE $49,709 Delmar, DE $49,629 Ellendale, DE $49,780 Felton, DE $50,060 Fenwick Island, DE $49,720 Frankford, DE $49,633 Frederica, DE $50,110

Georgetown, DE $49,690 Greenwood, DE $49,920 Harbeson, DE $49,743 Harrington, DE $49,997 Hartly, DE $50,152 Houston, DE $49,925 Kenton, DE $50,290 Laurel, DE $49,660

Yorklyn, DE $50,116

Science Journalist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Science Journalist'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 May 01, 2026

$47,099

Average $50,163/year

$55,274

$3,925

Average $4,180/month

$4,606

$906

Average $965/week

$1,063

$23

Average $24/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,274	$4,606	$1,063	$27
Average	$50,163	$4,180	$965	$24
25th Percentile	$47,099	$3,925	$906	$23

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