How much does a Plant Breeder make in Wilmington, DE?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Plant Breeder in Wilmington, DE is $76,147. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $69,859 to $84,397, with most professionals earning between $64,134 and $91,909.

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Plant Breeder Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Plant Breeder Salary $64,134 Wilmington,DE April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Plant Breeder Salary $69,859 Wilmington,DE April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Plant Breeder Salary $76,147 Wilmington,DE April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Plant Breeder Salary $84,397 Wilmington,DE April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Plant Breeder Salary $91,909 Wilmington,DE April 01, 2025
25% $69,859 10% $64,134 90% $91,909 75% $84,397 $76,147 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Plant Breeder

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Wilmington, Delaware    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 17.0 square miles (44 km2). Of that, 10.9 square miles (28 km2) is land and....More

Wilmington, Delaware  area prices were up 1.0% from a year ago

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