What are the main factors that influence an R&D Scientist's salary?

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

How does experience change An R&D Scientist's salary?

An R&D Scientist's salary grows with experience: a Clinical Research Associate I (0-2 years)earns $63,964, a Clinical Research Associate II (2-4 years)earns $74,034, a R&D Scientist (4-7 years)earns $105,096, a Clinical Research Manager (7+ years)earns $113,579, a Clinical Research Director (7+ years)earns $169,118,

What are the highest paying states for an R&D Scientist?

R&D Scientist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for R&D Scientist roles are District of Columbia $116,016, California $115,576, Massachusetts $114,035. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of R&D Scientist roles make?

Salaries for R&D Scientist level roles vary by specialization: Food Product R&D Scientist IV: $128,820; Food Scientist IV: $128,816; Scientist: $125,691; R&D Engineer: $117,961; Food Product R&D Scientist III: $101,280.

R&D Scientist Salary in Delaware

How much does an R&D Scientist make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an R&D Scientist in Delaware is $106,114 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

However, an R&D Scientist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $132,561
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $93,694 to $119,957
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $82,386

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R&D Scientist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$119,957	$9,996	$2,307	$58
Average	$106,114	$8,843	$2,041	$51
25th Percentile	$93,694	$7,808	$1,802	$45

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Key Factors That Influence R&D Scientist Salaries

An R&D Scientist'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 R&D Scientist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an R&D Scientist'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): $63,964
Early Career (1-2 years): $74,034
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,096
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $113,579
Expert (over 8 years): $169,118

Levels	Salary
Clinical ... Level R&D Scientist	$63,964
Clinical ... Level R&D Scientist	$74,034
R&D Scien... Level R&D Scientist	$105,096
Clinical ... Level R&D Scientist	$113,579
Clinical ... Level R&D Scientist	$169,118

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How Do R&D Scientist 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 R&D Scientists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $116,016.
California: $115,576.
Massachusetts: $114,035.

District of Columbia $116,016 California $115,576 Massachusetts $114,035 Washington $113,616 New Jersey $113,574 Alaska $113,428 Connecticut $111,982 New York $111,395

Hawaii $109,519 Rhode Island $108,639 Maryland $108,042 Minnesota $107,224 Colorado $106,910 Illinois $106,805 Oregon $106,407 Delaware $106,114

New Hampshire $105,929 Virginia $105,516 Pennsylvania $104,311 Nevada $103,704 North Dakota $103,505 Michigan $103,190 Wisconsin $103,075 Vermont $102,845

Texas $102,205 Maine $102,163 Arizona $102,101 Ohio $102,027 Georgia $101,063 Indiana $100,581 Wyoming $100,487 Utah $100,340

Iowa $100,277 Kansas $99,774 Louisiana $99,628 North Carolina $99,575 Missouri $99,554 Florida $99,146 Montana $98,926 Nebraska $98,716

Kentucky $98,601 South Carolina $98,182 Tennessee $97,920 Idaho $97,815 New Mexico $97,050 Oklahoma $96,882 Alabama $96,264 South Dakota $95,227

Arkansas $94,661 West Virginia $94,357 Mississippi $93,445

Top Paying Cities for R&D Scientists

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: $109,823
Little Creek: $108,807
Magnolia: $109,257

Lincoln, DE $109,823 Little Creek, DE $108,807 Magnolia, DE $109,257 Milford, DE $109,823 Marydel, DE $108,398 Millsboro, DE $109,823 Millville, DE $110,557 Milton, DE $109,823

Nassau, DE $109,823 Ocean View, DE $110,557 Rehoboth Beach, DE $110,557 Seaford, DE $108,670 Selbyville, DE $110,557 Smyrna, DE $108,272 Viola, DE $109,257 Woodside, DE $108,943

Bear, DE $107,476 Newark, DE $107,518 Claymont, DE $107,602 Delaware City, DE $107,518 Hockessin, DE $107,602 Kirkwood, DE $107,518 Middletown, DE $108,052 Montchanin, DE $107,602

New Castle, DE $107,602 Odessa, DE $108,199 Port Penn, DE $107,224 Rockland, DE $107,602 Saint Georges, DE $107,518 Townsend, DE $108,042 Winterthur, DE $107,602 Lewes, DE $109,823

Wilmington, DE $107,602 Dover, DE $108,754 Dover Afb, DE $109,006 Bethany Beach, DE $110,557 Bethel, DE $108,670 Bridgeville, DE $109,823 Camden Wyoming, DE $108,870 Cheswold, DE $108,503

Clayton, DE $108,230 Dagsboro, DE $110,557 Delmar, DE $108,670 Ellendale, DE $109,823 Felton, DE $109,823 Fenwick Island, DE $110,557 Frankford, DE $110,557 Frederica, DE $109,823

Georgetown, DE $109,823 Greenwood, DE $109,823 Harbeson, DE $109,823 Harrington, DE $109,823 Hartly, DE $108,178 Houston, DE $109,823 Kenton, DE $108,230 Laurel, DE $108,670

Yorklyn, DE $107,602

R&D Scientist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an R&D Scientist'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 April 01, 2026

$93,694

Average $106,114/year

$119,957

$7,808

Average $8,843/month

$9,996

$1,802

Average $2,041/week

$2,307

$45

Average $51/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$119,957	$9,996	$2,307	$58
Average	$106,114	$8,843	$2,041	$51
25th Percentile	$93,694	$7,808	$1,802	$45

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