What are the main factors that influence a Clinical Medical Physicist'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 Clinical Medical Physicist?

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Clinical Medical Physicist roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Clinical Medical Physicist's salary?

A Clinical Medical Physicist's salary grows with experience: a Staff Nurse - RN - Occupational Health (2-4 years)earns $69,058, a Staff Nurse Senior- RN - Occupational Health (4-7 years)earns $84,105, an Employee Health Services Manager (7+ years)earns $123,342, an Clinical Medical Physicist (7+ years)earns $153,228,

What are the highest paying states for a Clinical Medical Physicist?

Clinical Medical Physicist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Clinical Medical Physicist roles are District of Columbia $171,147, California $170,497, Massachusetts $168,225. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Clinical Medical Physicist roles make?

Salaries for Clinical Medical Physicist level roles vary by specialization: Medical Physicist: $319,730; Head Medical Physicist: $309,200; Chief Medical Physicist: $309,137; Radiation Physicist: $213,338; Physicist: $108,292.

Clinical Medical Physicist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Clinical Medical Physicist make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Clinical Medical Physicist in Delaware is $156,539 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $75.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $186,899
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $140,269 to $172,430
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $125,456

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Clinical Medical Physicist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$172,430	$14,369	$3,316	$83
Average	$156,539	$13,045	$3,010	$75
25th Percentile	$140,269	$11,689	$2,697	$67

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Key Factors That Influence Clinical Medical Physicist Salaries

A Clinical Medical Physicist'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 Clinical Medical Physicist 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 Clinical Medical Physicists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $171,147.
California: $170,497.
Massachusetts: $168,225.

District of Columbia $171,147 California $170,497 Massachusetts $168,225 Washington $167,607 New Jersey $167,545 Alaska $167,329 Connecticut $165,195 New York $164,330

Hawaii $161,563 Rhode Island $160,264 Maryland $159,383 Minnesota $158,178 Colorado $157,714 Illinois $157,559 Oregon $156,972 Delaware $156,539

New Hampshire $156,267 Virginia $155,658 Pennsylvania $153,880 Nevada $152,984 North Dakota $152,690 Michigan $152,226 Wisconsin $152,056 Vermont $151,716

Texas $150,773 Maine $150,712 Arizona $150,619 Ohio $150,511 Georgia $149,089 Indiana $148,378 Wyoming $148,238 Utah $148,022

Iowa $147,929 Kansas $147,187 Louisiana $146,971 North Carolina $146,894 Missouri $146,863 Florida $146,260 Montana $145,935 Nebraska $145,626

Kentucky $145,456 South Carolina $144,838 Tennessee $144,451 Idaho $144,297 New Mexico $143,168 Oklahoma $142,921 Alabama $142,009 South Dakota $140,479

Arkansas $139,644 West Virginia $139,196 Mississippi $137,851

Top Paying Cities for Clinical Medical Physicists

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: $155,834
Little Creek: $156,975
Magnolia: $156,749

Lincoln, DE $155,834 Little Creek, DE $156,975 Magnolia, DE $156,749 Milford, DE $156,230 Marydel, DE $156,487 Millsboro, DE $155,180 Millville, DE $155,420 Milton, DE $155,689

Nassau, DE $155,802 Ocean View, DE $155,394 Rehoboth Beach, DE $155,692 Seaford, DE $155,780 Selbyville, DE $155,136 Smyrna, DE $157,083 Viola, DE $156,360 Woodside, DE $156,780

Bear, DE $156,419 Newark, DE $156,360 Claymont, DE $156,680 Delaware City, DE $156,516 Hockessin, DE $156,346 Kirkwood, DE $156,487 Middletown, DE $156,547 Montchanin, DE $156,381

New Castle, DE $156,405 Odessa, DE $156,624 Port Penn, DE $156,729 Rockland, DE $156,397 Saint Georges, DE $156,497 Townsend, DE $156,739 Winterthur, DE $156,415 Lewes, DE $155,749

Wilmington, DE $156,354 Dover, DE $156,975 Dover Afb, DE $156,148 Bethany Beach, DE $155,230 Bethel, DE $155,391 Bridgeville, DE $155,757 Camden Wyoming, DE $156,533 Cheswold, DE $156,924

Clayton, DE $156,929 Dagsboro, DE $155,122 Delmar, DE $154,873 Ellendale, DE $155,343 Felton, DE $156,218 Fenwick Island, DE $155,156 Frankford, DE $154,885 Frederica, DE $156,372

Georgetown, DE $155,063 Greenwood, DE $155,782 Harbeson, DE $155,228 Harrington, DE $156,020 Hartly, DE $156,505 Houston, DE $155,797 Kenton, DE $156,936 Laurel, DE $154,970

Yorklyn, DE $156,392

Clinical Medical Physicist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Clinical Medical Physicist roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Clinical Medical Physicist positions in Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Clinical Medical Physicist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Clinical Medical Physicist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$187,847	$90.0	20%

Clinical Medical Physicist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Clinical Medical Physicist'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

$140,269

Average $156,539/year

$172,430

$11,689

Average $13,045/month

$14,369

$2,697

Average $3,010/week

$3,316

$67

Average $75/hour

$83

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$172,430	$14,369	$3,316	$83
Average	$156,539	$13,045	$3,010	$75
25th Percentile	$140,269	$11,689	$2,697	$67

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