What are the main factors that influence an Entry Level Scientist'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 Entry Level Scientist?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Entry Level Scientist roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change An Entry Level Scientist's salary?

An Entry Level Scientist's salary grows with experience: a Entry Level Scientist (0-2 years)earns $53,508, a Geologist II (2-4 years)earns $70,645, a Geologist III (4-7 years)earns $87,821, a Geologist IV (7+ years)earns $112,030, a Geologist V (7-10 years)earns $134,515,

What are the highest paying states for an Entry Level Scientist?

Entry Level Scientist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Entry Level Scientist roles are District of Columbia $58,014, California $57,794, Massachusetts $57,024. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Entry Level Scientist roles make?

Salaries for Entry Level Scientist level roles vary by specialization: Entry Level Environmental Scientist: $119,349; Entry Level Research Scientist: $87,063; Entry Level Associate Scientist: $83,218; Entry Level Actuary: $80,901; Entry Level Data Scientist: $74,519.

Entry Level Scientist Salary in Delaware

How much does an Entry Level Scientist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Entry Level Scientist in Delaware is $53,062 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $61,719
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,644 to $57,594
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,799

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Entry Level Scientist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,594	$4,799	$1,108	$28
Average	$53,062	$4,422	$1,020	$26
25th Percentile	$46,644	$3,887	$897	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Entry Level Scientist Salaries

An Entry Level 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 Entry Level Scientist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Entry Level 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): $53,508
Early Career (1-2 years): $70,645
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $87,821
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $112,030
Expert (over 8 years): $134,515

Levels	Salary
Entry Lev... Level Entry Level Scientist	$53,508
Geologist... Level Entry Level Scientist	$70,645
Geologist... Level Entry Level Scientist	$87,821
Geologist... Level Entry Level Scientist	$112,030
Geologist... Level Entry Level Scientist	$134,515

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How Do Entry Level 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 Entry Level Scientists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $58,014.
California: $57,794.
Massachusetts: $57,024.

District of Columbia $58,014 California $57,794 Massachusetts $57,024 Washington $56,814 New Jersey $56,793 Alaska $56,720 Connecticut $55,997 New York $55,703

Hawaii $54,765 Rhode Island $54,325 Maryland $54,027 Minnesota $53,618 Colorado $53,461 Illinois $53,408 Oregon $53,209 Delaware $53,062

New Hampshire $52,970 Virginia $52,764 Pennsylvania $52,161 Nevada $51,857 North Dakota $51,758 Michigan $51,601 Wisconsin $51,543 Vermont $51,428

Texas $51,108 Maine $51,087 Arizona $51,056 Ohio $51,019 Georgia $50,537 Indiana $50,296 Wyoming $50,249 Utah $50,175

Iowa $50,144 Kansas $49,892 Louisiana $49,819 North Carolina $49,793 Missouri $49,782 Florida $49,578 Montana $49,468 Nebraska $49,363

Kentucky $49,306 South Carolina $49,096 Tennessee $48,965 Idaho $48,913 New Mexico $48,530 Oklahoma $48,446 Alabama $48,137 South Dakota $47,618

Arkansas $47,335 West Virginia $47,183 Mississippi $46,728

Top Paying Cities for Entry Level 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: $52,824
Little Creek: $53,210
Magnolia: $53,134

Lincoln, DE $52,824 Little Creek, DE $53,210 Magnolia, DE $53,134 Milford, DE $52,958 Marydel, DE $53,045 Millsboro, DE $52,602 Millville, DE $52,683 Milton, DE $52,774

Nassau, DE $52,813 Ocean View, DE $52,674 Rehoboth Beach, DE $52,775 Seaford, DE $52,805 Selbyville, DE $52,587 Smyrna, DE $53,247 Viola, DE $53,002 Woodside, DE $53,144

Bear, DE $53,022 Newark, DE $53,002 Claymont, DE $53,110 Delaware City, DE $53,055 Hockessin, DE $52,997 Kirkwood, DE $53,045 Middletown, DE $53,065 Montchanin, DE $53,009

New Castle, DE $53,017 Odessa, DE $53,091 Port Penn, DE $53,127 Rockland, DE $53,014 Saint Georges, DE $53,048 Townsend, DE $53,130 Winterthur, DE $53,021 Lewes, DE $52,795

Wilmington, DE $53,000 Dover, DE $53,210 Dover Afb, DE $52,930 Bethany Beach, DE $52,619 Bethel, DE $52,673 Bridgeville, DE $52,797 Camden Wyoming, DE $53,060 Cheswold, DE $53,193

Clayton, DE $53,194 Dagsboro, DE $52,582 Delmar, DE $52,498 Ellendale, DE $52,657 Felton, DE $52,953 Fenwick Island, DE $52,593 Frankford, DE $52,502 Frederica, DE $53,006

Georgetown, DE $52,562 Greenwood, DE $52,806 Harbeson, DE $52,618 Harrington, DE $52,886 Hartly, DE $53,051 Houston, DE $52,811 Kenton, DE $53,197 Laurel, DE $52,531

Yorklyn, DE $53,013

Entry Level Scientist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Entry Level Scientist 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 Energy & Utilities and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Entry Level Scientist positions in Retail & Wholesale or Construction typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Entry Level Scientist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Entry Level Scientist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$79,594	$38.0	50%
Business Services	$63,675	$31.0	20%

Entry Level Scientist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Entry Level 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.

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$46,644

Average $53,062/year

$57,594

$3,887

Average $4,422/month

$4,799

$897

Average $1,020/week

$1,108

$22

Average $26/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,594	$4,799	$1,108	$28
Average	$53,062	$4,422	$1,020	$26
25th Percentile	$46,644	$3,887	$897	$22

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