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

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Therapists roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Therapists's salary?

A Therapists's salary grows with experience: starting around $57,396 for beginners, reaching about $59,213 at mid-level, and approach $59,697 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Therapists?

Therapists salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Therapists roles are District of Columbia $62,369, California $62,132, Massachusetts $61,304. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Therapists roles make?

Salaries for Therapists level roles vary by specialization: Speech Therapists: $96,803; Home Health Physical Occupational and Speech Therapists: $96,796; Mental Health Therapists: $67,313; Physical Therapists Assistant: $66,016; Play Therapists: $64,861.

Therapists Salary in Delaware

How much does a Therapists make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Therapists in Delaware is $57,046 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $67,095
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,527 to $62,306
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,233

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Therapists Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,306	$5,192	$1,198	$30
Average	$57,046	$4,754	$1,097	$27
25th Percentile	$54,527	$4,544	$1,049	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Therapists Salaries

A Therapists'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 Therapists Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Therapists'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): $57,396
Early Career (1-2 years): $57,764
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $59,213
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $59,503
Expert (over 8 years): $59,697

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Therapists	$57,396
Intermediate Level Therapists	$57,764
Senior Level Therapists	$59,213
Specialist Level Therapists	$59,503
Expert Level Therapists	$59,697

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

District of Columbia: $62,369.
California: $62,132.
Massachusetts: $61,304.

District of Columbia $62,369 California $62,132 Massachusetts $61,304 Washington $61,079 New Jersey $61,056 Alaska $60,978 Connecticut $60,200 New York $59,885

Hawaii $58,876 Rhode Island $58,403 Maryland $58,082 Minnesota $57,643 Colorado $57,474 Illinois $57,417 Oregon $57,203 Delaware $57,046

New Hampshire $56,947 Virginia $56,725 Pennsylvania $56,077 Nevada $55,750 North Dakota $55,643 Michigan $55,474 Wisconsin $55,412 Vermont $55,288

Texas $54,945 Maine $54,922 Arizona $54,888 Ohio $54,849 Georgia $54,331 Indiana $54,071 Wyoming $54,021 Utah $53,942

Iowa $53,908 Kansas $53,638 Louisiana $53,559 North Carolina $53,531 Missouri $53,519 Florida $53,300 Montana $53,181 Nebraska $53,069

Kentucky $53,007 South Carolina $52,781 Tennessee $52,641 Idaho $52,584 New Mexico $52,173 Oklahoma $52,083 Alabama $51,751 South Dakota $51,193

Arkansas $50,889 West Virginia $50,725 Mississippi $50,235

Top Paying Cities for Therapists

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: $56,789
Little Creek: $57,205
Magnolia: $57,122

Lincoln, DE $56,789 Little Creek, DE $57,205 Magnolia, DE $57,122 Milford, DE $56,933 Marydel, DE $57,027 Millsboro, DE $56,551 Millville, DE $56,638 Milton, DE $56,736

Nassau, DE $56,777 Ocean View, DE $56,628 Rehoboth Beach, DE $56,737 Seaford, DE $56,769 Selbyville, DE $56,534 Smyrna, DE $57,244 Viola, DE $56,980 Woodside, DE $57,134

Bear, DE $57,002 Newark, DE $56,980 Claymont, DE $57,097 Delaware City, DE $57,037 Hockessin, DE $56,975 Kirkwood, DE $57,027 Middletown, DE $57,049 Montchanin, DE $56,988

New Castle, DE $56,997 Odessa, DE $57,077 Port Penn, DE $57,115 Rockland, DE $56,994 Saint Georges, DE $57,030 Townsend, DE $57,118 Winterthur, DE $57,001 Lewes, DE $56,758

Wilmington, DE $56,978 Dover, DE $57,205 Dover Afb, DE $56,903 Bethany Beach, DE $56,569 Bethel, DE $56,627 Bridgeville, DE $56,761 Camden Wyoming, DE $57,043 Cheswold, DE $57,186

Clayton, DE $57,188 Dagsboro, DE $56,529 Delmar, DE $56,438 Ellendale, DE $56,610 Felton, DE $56,929 Fenwick Island, DE $56,542 Frankford, DE $56,443 Frederica, DE $56,985

Georgetown, DE $56,508 Greenwood, DE $56,770 Harbeson, DE $56,568 Harrington, DE $56,856 Hartly, DE $57,033 Houston, DE $56,775 Kenton, DE $57,190 Laurel, DE $56,474

Yorklyn, DE $56,992

Therapists Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Therapists 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 Software & Networking and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Therapists positions in Telecom or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Therapists as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Therapists

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$85,569	$41.0	50%

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

Understanding how a Therapists'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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$54,527

Average $57,046/year

$62,306

$4,544

Average $4,754/month

$5,192

$1,049

Average $1,097/week

$1,198

$26

Average $27/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,306	$5,192	$1,198	$30
Average	$57,046	$4,754	$1,097	$27
25th Percentile	$54,527	$4,544	$1,049	$26

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