What are the main factors that influence a Forensic Pathologist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Forensic Pathologist's salary?

A Forensic Pathologist's salary grows with experience: starting around $324,399 for beginners, reaching about $327,347 at mid-level, and approach $334,944 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Forensic Pathologist?

Forensic Pathologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Forensic Pathologist roles are District of Columbia $366,199, California $364,810, Massachusetts $359,948. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Forensic Pathologist roles make?

Salaries for Forensic Pathologist level roles vary by specialization: Oral Pathologist: $336,501; Anatomical Pathologist: $335,327; Surgical Pathologist: $332,458; Staff Pathologist: $330,743; Pathologist: $327,300.

Forensic Pathologist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Forensic Pathologist make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Forensic Pathologist in Delaware is $334,943 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $161.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $402,142
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $314,378 to $370,118
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $295,653

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Forensic Pathologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$370,118	$30,843	$7,118	$178
Average	$334,943	$27,912	$6,441	$161
25th Percentile	$314,378	$26,198	$6,046	$151

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Key Factors That Influence Forensic Pathologist Salaries

A Forensic Pathologist'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 Forensic Pathologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Forensic Pathologist'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): $324,399
Early Career (1-2 years): $325,873
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $327,347
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $329,410
Expert (over 8 years): $334,944

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Forensic Pathologist	$324,399
Intermediate Level Forensic Pathologist	$325,873
Senior Level Forensic Pathologist	$327,347
Specialist Level Forensic Pathologist	$329,410
Expert Level Forensic Pathologist	$334,944

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How Do Forensic Pathologist 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 Forensic Pathologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $366,199.
California: $364,810.
Massachusetts: $359,948.

District of Columbia $366,199 California $364,810 Massachusetts $359,948 Washington $358,625 New Jersey $358,492 Alaska $358,029 Connecticut $353,465 New York $351,613

Hawaii $345,693 Rhode Island $342,914 Maryland $341,029 Minnesota $338,449 Colorado $337,457 Illinois $337,126 Oregon $335,870 Delaware $334,943

New Hampshire $334,361 Virginia $333,058 Pennsylvania $329,255 Nevada $327,336 North Dakota $326,708 Michigan $325,716 Wisconsin $325,352 Vermont $324,624

Texas $322,607 Maine $322,474 Arizona $322,276 Ohio $322,044 Georgia $319,002 Indiana $317,480 Wyoming $317,183 Utah $316,719

Iowa $316,521 Kansas $314,933 Louisiana $314,470 North Carolina $314,305 Missouri $314,239 Florida $312,949 Montana $312,254 Nebraska $311,593

Kentucky $311,229 South Carolina $309,906 Tennessee $309,079 Idaho $308,749 New Mexico $306,334 Oklahoma $305,805 Alabama $303,854 South Dakota $300,579

Arkansas $298,793 West Virginia $297,834 Mississippi $294,957

Top Paying Cities for Forensic Pathologists

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: $346,652
Little Creek: $343,444
Magnolia: $344,866

Lincoln, DE $346,652 Little Creek, DE $343,444 Magnolia, DE $344,866 Milford, DE $346,652 Marydel, DE $342,154 Millsboro, DE $346,652 Millville, DE $348,967 Milton, DE $346,652

Nassau, DE $346,652 Ocean View, DE $348,967 Rehoboth Beach, DE $348,967 Seaford, DE $343,014 Selbyville, DE $348,967 Smyrna, DE $341,757 Viola, DE $344,866 Woodside, DE $343,873

Bear, DE $339,243 Newark, DE $339,375 Claymont, DE $339,640 Delaware City, DE $339,375 Hockessin, DE $339,640 Kirkwood, DE $339,375 Middletown, DE $341,062 Montchanin, DE $339,640

New Castle, DE $339,640 Odessa, DE $341,525 Port Penn, DE $338,449 Rockland, DE $339,640 Saint Georges, DE $339,375 Townsend, DE $341,029 Winterthur, DE $339,640 Lewes, DE $346,652

Wilmington, DE $339,640 Dover, DE $343,278 Dover Afb, DE $344,072 Bethany Beach, DE $348,967 Bethel, DE $343,014 Bridgeville, DE $346,652 Camden Wyoming, DE $343,642 Cheswold, DE $342,484

Clayton, DE $341,624 Dagsboro, DE $348,967 Delmar, DE $343,014 Ellendale, DE $346,652 Felton, DE $346,652 Fenwick Island, DE $348,967 Frankford, DE $348,967 Frederica, DE $346,652

Georgetown, DE $346,652 Greenwood, DE $346,652 Harbeson, DE $346,652 Harrington, DE $346,652 Hartly, DE $341,459 Houston, DE $346,652 Kenton, DE $341,624 Laurel, DE $343,014

Yorklyn, DE $339,640

Forensic Pathologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Forensic Pathologist'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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$314,378

Average $334,943/year

$370,118

$26,198

Average $27,912/month

$30,843

$6,046

Average $6,441/week

$7,118

$151

Average $161/hour

$178

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$370,118	$30,843	$7,118	$178
Average	$334,943	$27,912	$6,441	$161
25th Percentile	$314,378	$26,198	$6,046	$151

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