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

A Research Assistant's salary grows with experience: a Market Research Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $61,429, a Research Assistant (2-4 years)earns $73,113, a Market Research Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $102,171, a Market Research Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $135,004, a Market Research Supervisor (7+ years)earns $108,307,

What are the highest paying states for a Research Assistant?

Research Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Research Assistant roles are District of Columbia $79,604, California $79,302, Massachusetts $78,245. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Research Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Research Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Research Scientist: $108,366; Professional Research Assistant: $70,566; Postdoctoral Research Assistant: $69,921; Market Research Assistant: $62,039; Marketing Research Assistant: $62,020.

Research Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Research Assistant make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Research Assistant in Delaware is $72,810 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,591
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $68,452 to $74,789
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,485

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Research Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$74,789	$6,232	$1,438	$36
Average	$72,810	$6,067	$1,400	$35
25th Percentile	$68,452	$5,704	$1,316	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Research Assistant Salaries

A Research Assistant'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 Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Research Assistant'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): $61,429
Early Career (1-2 years): $73,113
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $102,171
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $135,004
Expert (over 8 years): $108,307

Levels	Salary
Market Re... Level Research Assistant	$61,429
Research ... Level Research Assistant	$73,113
Market Re... Level Research Assistant	$102,171
Market Re... Level Research Assistant	$135,004
Market Re... Level Research Assistant	$108,307

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

District of Columbia: $79,604.
California: $79,302.
Massachusetts: $78,245.

District of Columbia $79,604 California $79,302 Massachusetts $78,245 Washington $77,958 New Jersey $77,929 Alaska $77,828 Connecticut $76,836 New York $76,434

Hawaii $75,147 Rhode Island $74,543 Maryland $74,133 Minnesota $73,572 Colorado $73,356 Illinois $73,285 Oregon $73,011 Delaware $72,810

New Hampshire $72,683 Virginia $72,400 Pennsylvania $71,573 Nevada $71,156 North Dakota $71,020 Michigan $70,804 Wisconsin $70,725 Vermont $70,567

Texas $70,128 Maine $70,099 Arizona $70,056 Ohio $70,006 Georgia $69,345 Indiana $69,014 Wyoming $68,949 Utah $68,848

Iowa $68,805 Kansas $68,460 Louisiana $68,360 North Carolina $68,324 Missouri $68,309 Florida $68,029 Montana $67,878 Nebraska $67,734

Kentucky $67,655 South Carolina $67,367 Tennessee $67,188 Idaho $67,116 New Mexico $66,591 Oklahoma $66,476 Alabama $66,052 South Dakota $65,340

Arkansas $64,952 West Virginia $64,743 Mississippi $64,118

Top Paying Cities for Research Assistants

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: $75,355
Little Creek: $74,658
Magnolia: $74,967

Lincoln, DE $75,355 Little Creek, DE $74,658 Magnolia, DE $74,967 Milford, DE $75,355 Marydel, DE $74,377 Millsboro, DE $75,355 Millville, DE $75,858 Milton, DE $75,355

Nassau, DE $75,355 Ocean View, DE $75,858 Rehoboth Beach, DE $75,858 Seaford, DE $74,564 Selbyville, DE $75,858 Smyrna, DE $74,291 Viola, DE $74,967 Woodside, DE $74,751

Bear, DE $73,745 Newark, DE $73,773 Claymont, DE $73,831 Delaware City, DE $73,773 Hockessin, DE $73,831 Kirkwood, DE $73,773 Middletown, DE $74,140 Montchanin, DE $73,831

New Castle, DE $73,831 Odessa, DE $74,241 Port Penn, DE $73,572 Rockland, DE $73,831 Saint Georges, DE $73,773 Townsend, DE $74,133 Winterthur, DE $73,831 Lewes, DE $75,355

Wilmington, DE $73,831 Dover, DE $74,622 Dover Afb, DE $74,794 Bethany Beach, DE $75,858 Bethel, DE $74,564 Bridgeville, DE $75,355 Camden Wyoming, DE $74,701 Cheswold, DE $74,449

Clayton, DE $74,262 Dagsboro, DE $75,858 Delmar, DE $74,564 Ellendale, DE $75,355 Felton, DE $75,355 Fenwick Island, DE $75,858 Frankford, DE $75,858 Frederica, DE $75,355

Georgetown, DE $75,355 Greenwood, DE $75,355 Harbeson, DE $75,355 Harrington, DE $75,355 Hartly, DE $74,226 Houston, DE $75,355 Kenton, DE $74,262 Laurel, DE $74,564

Yorklyn, DE $73,831

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

Understanding how a Research Assistant'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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$68,452

Average $72,810/year

$74,789

$5,704

Average $6,067/month

$6,232

$1,316

Average $1,400/week

$1,438

$33

Average $35/hour

$36

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$74,789	$6,232	$1,438	$36
Average	$72,810	$6,067	$1,400	$35
25th Percentile	$68,452	$5,704	$1,316	$33

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