What are the main factors that influence a Clinical Data Associate'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 Data Associate?

The MFG Nondurable industry offers the highest average compensation for Clinical Data Associate roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Clinical Data Associate's salary?

A Clinical Data Associate's salary grows with experience: starting around $88,742 for beginners, reaching about $91,445 at mid-level, and approach $96,144 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Clinical Data Associate?

Clinical Data Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Clinical Data Associate roles are District of Columbia $99,306, California $98,930, Massachusetts $97,611. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Clinical Data Associate roles make?

Salaries for Clinical Data Associate level roles vary by specialization: Associate Director of Clinical Data Management: $226,942; Clinical Data Manager Associate: $146,784; Clinical Data Manager: $144,612; Clinical Data Management Associate: $141,169; Associate Clinical Data Scientist: $103,048.

Clinical Data Associate Salary in Delaware

How much does a Clinical Data Associate make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Clinical Data Associate in Delaware is $90,831 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $106,881
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,985 to $99,232
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $73,932

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Clinical Data Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,232	$8,269	$1,908	$48
Average	$90,831	$7,569	$1,747	$44
25th Percentile	$81,985	$6,832	$1,577	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Clinical Data Associate Salaries

A Clinical Data 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 Clinical Data Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Clinical Data 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): $88,742
Early Career (1-2 years): $88,988
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $91,445
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $94,801
Expert (over 8 years): $96,144

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Clinical Data Associate	$88,742
Intermediate Level Clinical Data Associate	$88,988
Senior Level Clinical Data Associate	$91,445
Specialist Level Clinical Data Associate	$94,801
Expert Level Clinical Data Associate	$96,144

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

District of Columbia: $99,306.
California: $98,930.
Massachusetts: $97,611.

District of Columbia $99,306 California $98,930 Massachusetts $97,611 Washington $97,252 New Jersey $97,217 Alaska $97,091 Connecticut $95,853 New York $95,351

Hawaii $93,746 Rhode Island $92,992 Maryland $92,481 Minnesota $91,781 Colorado $91,512 Illinois $91,423 Oregon $91,082 Delaware $90,831

New Hampshire $90,673 Virginia $90,319 Pennsylvania $89,288 Nevada $88,768 North Dakota $88,597 Michigan $88,328 Wisconsin $88,230 Vermont $88,032

Texas $87,485 Maine $87,449 Arizona $87,395 Ohio $87,333 Georgia $86,507 Indiana $86,095 Wyoming $86,014 Utah $85,889

Iowa $85,835 Kansas $85,404 Louisiana $85,279 North Carolina $85,234 Missouri $85,216 Florida $84,866 Montana $84,678 Nebraska $84,498

Kentucky $84,400 South Carolina $84,041 Tennessee $83,817 Idaho $83,727 New Mexico $83,072 Oklahoma $82,929 Alabama $82,400 South Dakota $81,512

Arkansas $81,027 West Virginia $80,767 Mississippi $79,987

Top Paying Cities for Clinical Data 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: $90,422
Little Creek: $91,084
Magnolia: $90,953

Lincoln, DE $90,422 Little Creek, DE $91,084 Magnolia, DE $90,953 Milford, DE $90,651 Marydel, DE $90,800 Millsboro, DE $90,042 Millville, DE $90,181 Milton, DE $90,337

Nassau, DE $90,403 Ocean View, DE $90,166 Rehoboth Beach, DE $90,339 Seaford, DE $90,390 Selbyville, DE $90,016 Smyrna, DE $91,146 Viola, DE $90,727 Woodside, DE $90,971

Bear, DE $90,761 Newark, DE $90,727 Claymont, DE $90,912 Delaware City, DE $90,817 Hockessin, DE $90,718 Kirkwood, DE $90,800 Middletown, DE $90,835 Montchanin, DE $90,739

New Castle, DE $90,753 Odessa, DE $90,880 Port Penn, DE $90,941 Rockland, DE $90,748 Saint Georges, DE $90,806 Townsend, DE $90,946 Winterthur, DE $90,759 Lewes, DE $90,372

Wilmington, DE $90,723 Dover, DE $91,084 Dover Afb, DE $90,604 Bethany Beach, DE $90,071 Bethel, DE $90,164 Bridgeville, DE $90,377 Camden Wyoming, DE $90,827 Cheswold, DE $91,054

Clayton, DE $91,057 Dagsboro, DE $90,008 Delmar, DE $89,864 Ellendale, DE $90,136 Felton, DE $90,644 Fenwick Island, DE $90,028 Frankford, DE $89,871 Frederica, DE $90,734

Georgetown, DE $89,974 Greenwood, DE $90,391 Harbeson, DE $90,070 Harrington, DE $90,529 Hartly, DE $90,811 Houston, DE $90,400 Kenton, DE $91,061 Laurel, DE $89,920

Yorklyn, DE $90,745

Clinical Data Associate Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Clinical Data Associate roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 90% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the MFG Nondurable and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Clinical Data Associate positions in Pharmaceuticals or Biotechnology typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Clinical Data Associate as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Clinical Data Associate

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
MFG Nondurable	$136,246	$66.0	50%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$108,997	$52.0	20%

Clinical Data Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Clinical Data 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$81,985

Average $90,831/year

$99,232

$6,832

Average $7,569/month

$8,269

$1,577

Average $1,747/week

$1,908

$39

Average $44/hour

$48

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,232	$8,269	$1,908	$48
Average	$90,831	$7,569	$1,747	$44
25th Percentile	$81,985	$6,832	$1,577	$39

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