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

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Taxidermist roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Taxidermist's salary?

A Taxidermist's salary grows with experience: a Taxidermist (0-1 years)earns $41,159, a Medical Records Coding Technician II (1-3 years)earns $50,555, a Medical Records Coding Technician III (3-5 years)earns $66,546, a Medical Records Coding Manager (5+ years)earns $81,164,

What are the highest paying states for a Taxidermist?

Taxidermist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Taxidermist roles are District of Columbia $44,137, California $43,970, Massachusetts $43,384. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

Taxidermist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Taxidermist make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Taxidermist in Delaware is $40,370 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $47,998
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,583 to $44,363
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,135

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Taxidermist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,363	$3,697	$853	$21
Average	$40,370	$3,364	$776	$19
25th Percentile	$36,583	$3,049	$704	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Taxidermist Salaries

A Taxidermist'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 Do Taxidermist 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 Taxidermists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $44,137.
California: $43,970.
Massachusetts: $43,384.

District of Columbia $44,137 California $43,970 Massachusetts $43,384 Washington $43,225 New Jersey $43,209 Alaska $43,153 Connecticut $42,603 New York $42,379

Hawaii $41,666 Rhode Island $41,331 Maryland $41,104 Minnesota $40,793 Colorado $40,673 Illinois $40,633 Oregon $40,482 Delaware $40,370

New Hampshire $40,300 Virginia $40,143 Pennsylvania $39,685 Nevada $39,453 North Dakota $39,378 Michigan $39,258 Wisconsin $39,214 Vermont $39,127

Texas $38,883 Maine $38,867 Arizona $38,843 Ohio $38,816 Georgia $38,449 Indiana $38,265 Wyoming $38,230 Utah $38,174

Iowa $38,150 Kansas $37,959 Louisiana $37,903 North Carolina $37,883 Missouri $37,875 Florida $37,719 Montana $37,636 Nebraska $37,556

Kentucky $37,512 South Carolina $37,353 Tennessee $37,253 Idaho $37,213 New Mexico $36,922 Oklahoma $36,858 Alabama $36,623 South Dakota $36,228

Arkansas $36,013 West Virginia $35,898 Mississippi $35,551

Top Paying Cities for Taxidermists

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: $40,188
Little Creek: $40,483
Magnolia: $40,424

Lincoln, DE $40,188 Little Creek, DE $40,483 Magnolia, DE $40,424 Milford, DE $40,291 Marydel, DE $40,357 Millsboro, DE $40,020 Millville, DE $40,082 Milton, DE $40,151

Nassau, DE $40,180 Ocean View, DE $40,075 Rehoboth Beach, DE $40,152 Seaford, DE $40,175 Selbyville, DE $40,008 Smyrna, DE $40,511 Viola, DE $40,324 Woodside, DE $40,432

Bear, DE $40,339 Newark, DE $40,324 Claymont, DE $40,407 Delaware City, DE $40,364 Hockessin, DE $40,320 Kirkwood, DE $40,357 Middletown, DE $40,372 Montchanin, DE $40,330

New Castle, DE $40,336 Odessa, DE $40,392 Port Penn, DE $40,419 Rockland, DE $40,334 Saint Georges, DE $40,360 Townsend, DE $40,422 Winterthur, DE $40,338 Lewes, DE $40,167

Wilmington, DE $40,322 Dover, DE $40,483 Dover Afb, DE $40,269 Bethany Beach, DE $40,033 Bethel, DE $40,074 Bridgeville, DE $40,169 Camden Wyoming, DE $40,369 Cheswold, DE $40,470

Clayton, DE $40,471 Dagsboro, DE $40,005 Delmar, DE $39,941 Ellendale, DE $40,062 Felton, DE $40,287 Fenwick Island, DE $40,013 Frankford, DE $39,944 Frederica, DE $40,327

Georgetown, DE $39,990 Greenwood, DE $40,175 Harbeson, DE $40,032 Harrington, DE $40,236 Hartly, DE $40,362 Houston, DE $40,179 Kenton, DE $40,473 Laurel, DE $39,966

Yorklyn, DE $40,332

Taxidermist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Taxidermist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Taxidermist positions in Insurance or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Taxidermist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Taxidermist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$60,555	$29.0	50%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$48,444	$23.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Taxidermist'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

$36,583

Average $40,370/year

$44,363

$3,049

Average $3,364/month

$3,697

$704

Average $776/week

$853

$18

Average $19/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,363	$3,697	$853	$21
Average	$40,370	$3,364	$776	$19
25th Percentile	$36,583	$3,049	$704	$18

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