What are the main factors that influence a Cell Biologist's salary?

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

How does experience change A Cell Biologist's salary?

A Cell Biologist's salary grows with experience: a Cell Biologist (0-2 years)earns $57,091, a Biologist II (2-4 years)earns $65,953, a Biologist III (4-7 years)earns $82,341, a Biologist IV (7+ years)earns $119,222, a Biologist V (7-10 years)earns $135,208,

What are the highest paying states for a Cell Biologist?

Cell Biologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cell Biologist roles are District of Columbia $62,838, California $62,600, Massachusetts $61,766. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cell Biologist roles make?

Salaries for Cell Biologist level roles vary by specialization: Expert Biologist: $137,100; Specialist Biologist: $120,900; Cell Operator: $114,294; Cell Leader: $93,372; Reproductive Biologist: $91,170.

Cell Biologist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cell Biologist make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cell Biologist in Delaware is $57,475 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $67,460
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,325 to $62,701
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,726

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Cell Biologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,701	$5,225	$1,206	$30
Average	$57,475	$4,790	$1,105	$28
25th Percentile	$51,325	$4,277	$987	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Cell Biologist Salaries

A Cell Biologist'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 Cell Biologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cell Biologist'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): $57,091
Early Career (1-2 years): $65,953
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $82,341
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $119,222
Expert (over 8 years): $135,208

Levels	Salary
Cell Biol... Level Cell Biologist	$57,091
Biologist... Level Cell Biologist	$65,953
Biologist... Level Cell Biologist	$82,341
Biologist... Level Cell Biologist	$119,222
Biologist... Level Cell Biologist	$135,208

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

District of Columbia: $62,838.
California: $62,600.
Massachusetts: $61,766.

District of Columbia $62,838 California $62,600 Massachusetts $61,766 Washington $61,539 New Jersey $61,516 Alaska $61,437 Connecticut $60,653 New York $60,335

Hawaii $59,320 Rhode Island $58,843 Maryland $58,519 Minnesota $58,077 Colorado $57,906 Illinois $57,850 Oregon $57,634 Delaware $57,475

New Hampshire $57,375 Virginia $57,152 Pennsylvania $56,499 Nevada $56,170 North Dakota $56,062 Michigan $55,892 Wisconsin $55,829 Vermont $55,704

Texas $55,358 Maine $55,335 Arizona $55,301 Ohio $55,262 Georgia $54,740 Indiana $54,478 Wyoming $54,427 Utah $54,348

Iowa $54,314 Kansas $54,041 Louisiana $53,962 North Carolina $53,934 Missouri $53,922 Florida $53,701 Montana $53,582 Nebraska $53,468

Kentucky $53,406 South Carolina $53,179 Tennessee $53,037 Idaho $52,980 New Mexico $52,566 Oklahoma $52,475 Alabama $52,140 South Dakota $51,578

Arkansas $51,272 West Virginia $51,107 Mississippi $50,613

Top Paying Cities for Cell Biologists

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: $59,484
Little Creek: $58,934
Magnolia: $59,178

Lincoln, DE $59,484 Little Creek, DE $58,934 Magnolia, DE $59,178 Milford, DE $59,484 Marydel, DE $58,712 Millsboro, DE $59,484 Millville, DE $59,881 Milton, DE $59,484

Nassau, DE $59,484 Ocean View, DE $59,881 Rehoboth Beach, DE $59,881 Seaford, DE $58,860 Selbyville, DE $59,881 Smyrna, DE $58,644 Viola, DE $59,178 Woodside, DE $59,007

Bear, DE $58,213 Newark, DE $58,236 Claymont, DE $58,281 Delaware City, DE $58,236 Hockessin, DE $58,281 Kirkwood, DE $58,236 Middletown, DE $58,525 Montchanin, DE $58,281

New Castle, DE $58,281 Odessa, DE $58,604 Port Penn, DE $58,077 Rockland, DE $58,281 Saint Georges, DE $58,236 Townsend, DE $58,519 Winterthur, DE $58,281 Lewes, DE $59,484

Wilmington, DE $58,281 Dover, DE $58,905 Dover Afb, DE $59,041 Bethany Beach, DE $59,881 Bethel, DE $58,860 Bridgeville, DE $59,484 Camden Wyoming, DE $58,968 Cheswold, DE $58,769

Clayton, DE $58,622 Dagsboro, DE $59,881 Delmar, DE $58,860 Ellendale, DE $59,484 Felton, DE $59,484 Fenwick Island, DE $59,881 Frankford, DE $59,881 Frederica, DE $59,484

Georgetown, DE $59,484 Greenwood, DE $59,484 Harbeson, DE $59,484 Harrington, DE $59,484 Hartly, DE $58,593 Houston, DE $59,484 Kenton, DE $58,622 Laurel, DE $58,860

Yorklyn, DE $58,281

Cell Biologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cell Biologist'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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$51,325

Average $57,475/year

$62,701

$4,277

Average $4,790/month

$5,225

$987

Average $1,105/week

$1,206

$25

Average $28/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,701	$5,225	$1,206	$30
Average	$57,475	$4,790	$1,105	$28
25th Percentile	$51,325	$4,277	$987	$25

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