What are the main factors that influence a Research Associate's salary?

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

How does experience change A Research Associate's salary?

A Research Associate's salary grows with experience: a Staff Nurse - RN - Research (0-0 years)earns $94,118, a Research Associate (0-2 years)earns $60,893, a Clinical Research Associate II (2-4 years)earns $70,470, a Scientist - Clinical Research (4-7 years)earns $100,059, a Clinical Research Manager (7+ years)earns $108,113,

What are the highest paying states for a Research Associate?

Research Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Research Associate roles are District of Columbia $67,326, California $67,070, Massachusetts $66,177. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Research Associate roles make?

Salaries for Research Associate level roles vary by specialization: Principal Research Associate: $164,169; Market Research Associate: $127,831; Equity Research Associate: $116,437; Consulting Associate, Research: $84,369; Clinical Research Associate: $72,576.

Research Associate Salary in Delaware

How much does a Research Associate make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Research Associate in Delaware is $61,580 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,410
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,071 to $70,913
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,325

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Research Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,913	$5,909	$1,364	$34
Average	$61,580	$5,132	$1,184	$30
25th Percentile	$53,071	$4,423	$1,021	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Research Associate Salaries

A Research Associate'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 Research Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Research Associate'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): $94,118
Early Career (1-2 years): $60,893
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $70,470
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $100,059
Expert (over 8 years): $108,113

Levels	Salary
Staff Nur... Level Research Associate	$94,118
Research ... Level Research Associate	$60,893
Clinical ... Level Research Associate	$70,470
Scientist... Level Research Associate	$100,059
Clinical ... Level Research Associate	$108,113

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

District of Columbia: $67,326.
California: $67,070.
Massachusetts: $66,177.

District of Columbia $67,326 California $67,070 Massachusetts $66,177 Washington $65,933 New Jersey $65,909 Alaska $65,824 Connecticut $64,985 New York $64,644

Hawaii $63,556 Rhode Island $63,045 Maryland $62,698 Minnesota $62,224 Colorado $62,042 Illinois $61,981 Oregon $61,750 Delaware $61,580

New Hampshire $61,473 Virginia $61,233 Pennsylvania $60,534 Nevada $60,181 North Dakota $60,065 Michigan $59,883 Wisconsin $59,816 Vermont $59,682

Texas $59,311 Maine $59,287 Arizona $59,251 Ohio $59,208 Georgia $58,649 Indiana $58,369 Wyoming $58,314 Utah $58,229

Iowa $58,193 Kansas $57,901 Louisiana $57,816 North Carolina $57,785 Missouri $57,773 Florida $57,536 Montana $57,408 Nebraska $57,287

Kentucky $57,220 South Carolina $56,976 Tennessee $56,824 Idaho $56,764 New Mexico $56,320 Oklahoma $56,222 Alabama $55,864 South Dakota $55,262

Arkansas $54,933 West Virginia $54,757 Mississippi $54,228

Top Paying Cities for Research Associates

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: $61,302
Little Creek: $61,751
Magnolia: $61,662

Lincoln, DE $61,302 Little Creek, DE $61,751 Magnolia, DE $61,662 Milford, DE $61,458 Marydel, DE $61,559 Millsboro, DE $61,045 Millville, DE $61,139 Milton, DE $61,245

Nassau, DE $61,290 Ocean View, DE $61,129 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,246 Seaford, DE $61,281 Selbyville, DE $61,027 Smyrna, DE $61,794 Viola, DE $61,509 Woodside, DE $61,674

Bear, DE $61,532 Newark, DE $61,509 Claymont, DE $61,635 Delaware City, DE $61,570 Hockessin, DE $61,504 Kirkwood, DE $61,559 Middletown, DE $61,583 Montchanin, DE $61,518

New Castle, DE $61,527 Odessa, DE $61,613 Port Penn, DE $61,654 Rockland, DE $61,524 Saint Georges, DE $61,563 Townsend, DE $61,658 Winterthur, DE $61,531 Lewes, DE $61,269

Wilmington, DE $61,507 Dover, DE $61,751 Dover Afb, DE $61,426 Bethany Beach, DE $61,065 Bethel, DE $61,128 Bridgeville, DE $61,272 Camden Wyoming, DE $61,577 Cheswold, DE $61,731

Clayton, DE $61,733 Dagsboro, DE $61,022 Delmar, DE $60,924 Ellendale, DE $61,109 Felton, DE $61,453 Fenwick Island, DE $61,035 Frankford, DE $60,929 Frederica, DE $61,514

Georgetown, DE $60,999 Greenwood, DE $61,282 Harbeson, DE $61,064 Harrington, DE $61,375 Hartly, DE $61,566 Houston, DE $61,288 Kenton, DE $61,736 Laurel, DE $60,962

Yorklyn, DE $61,522

Research Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Research Associate'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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$53,071

Average $61,580/year

$70,913

$4,423

Average $5,132/month

$5,909

$1,021

Average $1,184/week

$1,364

$26

Average $30/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,913	$5,909	$1,364	$34
Average	$61,580	$5,132	$1,184	$30
25th Percentile	$53,071	$4,423	$1,021	$26

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