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

A Research Analyst's salary grows with experience: a Market Research Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $60,878, a Research Analyst (2-4 years)earns $72,449, a Market Research Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $101,223, a Market Research Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $133,760, a Market Research Supervisor (7+ years)earns $107,339,

What are the highest paying states for a Research Analyst?

Research Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Research Analyst roles are District of Columbia $78,879, California $78,579, Massachusetts $77,532. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Research Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Research Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Manager, Research Analyst: $210,258; Technology Research Analyst: $111,696; Prospect Research Analyst: $107,213; Digital Research Analyst: $93,369; Senior Research Analyst: $84,391.

Research Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does a Research Analyst make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Research Analyst in Delaware is $72,146 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $75,884
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $67,793 to $74,103
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63,830

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Research Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$74,103	$6,175	$1,425	$36
Average	$72,146	$6,012	$1,387	$35
25th Percentile	$67,793	$5,649	$1,304	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Research Analyst Salaries

A Research Analyst'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 Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Research Analyst'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): $60,878
Early Career (1-2 years): $72,449
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $101,223
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $133,760
Expert (over 8 years): $107,339

Levels	Salary
Market Re... Level Research Analyst	$60,878
Research ... Level Research Analyst	$72,449
Market Re... Level Research Analyst	$101,223
Market Re... Level Research Analyst	$133,760
Market Re... Level Research Analyst	$107,339

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

District of Columbia: $78,879.
California: $78,579.
Massachusetts: $77,532.

District of Columbia $78,879 California $78,579 Massachusetts $77,532 Washington $77,247 New Jersey $77,219 Alaska $77,119 Connecticut $76,136 New York $75,737

Hawaii $74,462 Rhode Island $73,863 Maryland $73,457 Minnesota $72,901 Colorado $72,688 Illinois $72,616 Oregon $72,346 Delaware $72,146

New Hampshire $72,021 Virginia $71,740 Pennsylvania $70,921 Nevada $70,508 North Dakota $70,372 Michigan $70,159 Wisconsin $70,080 Vermont $69,924

Texas $69,489 Maine $69,460 Arizona $69,418 Ohio $69,368 Georgia $68,712 Indiana $68,385 Wyoming $68,321 Utah $68,221

Iowa $68,178 Kansas $67,836 Louisiana $67,736 North Carolina $67,701 Missouri $67,687 Florida $67,409 Montana $67,259 Nebraska $67,117

Kentucky $67,038 South Carolina $66,753 Tennessee $66,575 Idaho $66,504 New Mexico $65,984 Oklahoma $65,870 Alabama $65,450 South Dakota $64,744

Arkansas $64,360 West Virginia $64,153 Mississippi $63,533

Top Paying Cities for Research Analysts

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: $74,668
Little Creek: $73,977
Magnolia: $74,284

Lincoln, DE $74,668 Little Creek, DE $73,977 Magnolia, DE $74,284 Milford, DE $74,668 Marydel, DE $73,699 Millsboro, DE $74,668 Millville, DE $75,167 Milton, DE $74,668

Nassau, DE $74,668 Ocean View, DE $75,167 Rehoboth Beach, DE $75,167 Seaford, DE $73,885 Selbyville, DE $75,167 Smyrna, DE $73,614 Viola, DE $74,284 Woodside, DE $74,070

Bear, DE $73,072 Newark, DE $73,101 Claymont, DE $73,158 Delaware City, DE $73,101 Hockessin, DE $73,158 Kirkwood, DE $73,101 Middletown, DE $73,464 Montchanin, DE $73,158

New Castle, DE $73,158 Odessa, DE $73,564 Port Penn, DE $72,901 Rockland, DE $73,158 Saint Georges, DE $73,101 Townsend, DE $73,457 Winterthur, DE $73,158 Lewes, DE $74,668

Wilmington, DE $73,158 Dover, DE $73,942 Dover Afb, DE $74,113 Bethany Beach, DE $75,167 Bethel, DE $73,885 Bridgeville, DE $74,668 Camden Wyoming, DE $74,020 Cheswold, DE $73,771

Clayton, DE $73,585 Dagsboro, DE $75,167 Delmar, DE $73,885 Ellendale, DE $74,668 Felton, DE $74,668 Fenwick Island, DE $75,167 Frankford, DE $75,167 Frederica, DE $74,668

Georgetown, DE $74,668 Greenwood, DE $74,668 Harbeson, DE $74,668 Harrington, DE $74,668 Hartly, DE $73,550 Houston, DE $74,668 Kenton, DE $73,585 Laurel, DE $73,885

Yorklyn, DE $73,158

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

Understanding how a Research Analyst'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 February 01, 2026

$67,793

Average $72,146/year

$74,103

$5,649

Average $6,012/month

$6,175

$1,304

Average $1,387/week

$1,425

$33

Average $35/hour

$36

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$74,103	$6,175	$1,425	$36
Average	$72,146	$6,012	$1,387	$35
25th Percentile	$67,793	$5,649	$1,304	$33

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