What are the main factors that influence an Information Scientist's salary?

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

How does experience change An Information Scientist's salary?

An Information Scientist's salary grows with experience: an Information Technology Generalist I (0-2 years)earns $68,938, an Information Scientist (2-4 years)earns $82,611, an Information Technology Generalist III (4-7 years)earns $107,267, an Information Technology Generalist IV (7+ years)earns $131,779, an Information Technology Generalist V (7-10 years)earns $153,328,

What are the highest paying states for an Information Scientist?

Information Scientist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Information Scientist roles are District of Columbia $90,969, California $90,624, Massachusetts $89,416. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Information Scientist roles make?

Salaries for Information Scientist level roles vary by specialization: Weather Scientist: $136,100; Atmospheric Scientist: $136,060; Associate Scientist, Scientist: $131,260; Scientist: $125,723; Computer & Information Research Scientist: $120,119.

Information Scientist Salary in Delaware

How much does an Information Scientist make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Information Scientist in Delaware is $83,204 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $98,631
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,950 to $91,279
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,524

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Information Scientist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,279	$7,607	$1,755	$44
Average	$83,204	$6,934	$1,600	$40
25th Percentile	$73,950	$6,162	$1,422	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Information Scientist Salaries

An Information 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 Information Scientist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Information 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): $68,938
Early Career (1-2 years): $82,611
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $107,267
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $131,779
Expert (over 8 years): $153,328

Levels	Salary
Informati... Level Information Scientist	$68,938
Informati... Level Information Scientist	$82,611
Informati... Level Information Scientist	$107,267
Informati... Level Information Scientist	$131,779
Informati... Level Information Scientist	$153,328

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

District of Columbia: $90,969.
California: $90,624.
Massachusetts: $89,416.

District of Columbia $90,969 California $90,624 Massachusetts $89,416 Washington $89,087 New Jersey $89,054 Alaska $88,939 Connecticut $87,805 New York $87,345

Hawaii $85,875 Rhode Island $85,185 Maryland $84,716 Minnesota $84,075 Colorado $83,829 Illinois $83,747 Oregon $83,434 Delaware $83,204

New Hampshire $83,060 Virginia $82,736 Pennsylvania $81,791 Nevada $81,315 North Dakota $81,159 Michigan $80,912 Wisconsin $80,822 Vermont $80,641

Texas $80,140 Maine $80,107 Arizona $80,058 Ohio $80,000 Georgia $79,244 Indiana $78,866 Wyoming $78,792 Utah $78,677

Iowa $78,628 Kansas $78,234 Louisiana $78,119 North Carolina $78,078 Missouri $78,061 Florida $77,741 Montana $77,568 Nebraska $77,404

Kentucky $77,314 South Carolina $76,985 Tennessee $76,779 Idaho $76,697 New Mexico $76,098 Oklahoma $75,966 Alabama $75,481 South Dakota $74,668

Arkansas $74,224 West Virginia $73,986 Mississippi $73,271

Top Paying Cities for Information 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: $82,830
Little Creek: $83,436
Magnolia: $83,316

Lincoln, DE $82,830 Little Creek, DE $83,436 Magnolia, DE $83,316 Milford, DE $83,040 Marydel, DE $83,177 Millsboro, DE $82,482 Millville, DE $82,610 Milton, DE $82,753

Nassau, DE $82,813 Ocean View, DE $82,596 Rehoboth Beach, DE $82,754 Seaford, DE $82,801 Selbyville, DE $82,458 Smyrna, DE $83,494 Viola, DE $83,109 Woodside, DE $83,333

Bear, DE $83,140 Newark, DE $83,109 Claymont, DE $83,279 Delaware City, DE $83,192 Hockessin, DE $83,102 Kirkwood, DE $83,177 Middletown, DE $83,209 Montchanin, DE $83,121

New Castle, DE $83,133 Odessa, DE $83,250 Port Penn, DE $83,306 Rockland, DE $83,129 Saint Georges, DE $83,182 Townsend, DE $83,310 Winterthur, DE $83,139 Lewes, DE $82,785

Wilmington, DE $83,106 Dover, DE $83,436 Dover Afb, DE $82,997 Bethany Beach, DE $82,509 Bethel, DE $82,594 Bridgeville, DE $82,789 Camden Wyoming, DE $83,201 Cheswold, DE $83,409

Clayton, DE $83,411 Dagsboro, DE $82,451 Delmar, DE $82,319 Ellendale, DE $82,569 Felton, DE $83,034 Fenwick Island, DE $82,469 Frankford, DE $82,325 Frederica, DE $83,116

Georgetown, DE $82,420 Greenwood, DE $82,802 Harbeson, DE $82,508 Harrington, DE $82,928 Hartly, DE $83,186 Houston, DE $82,810 Kenton, DE $83,416 Laurel, DE $82,371

Yorklyn, DE $83,126

Information Scientist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Information 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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$73,950

Average $83,204/year

$91,279

$6,162

Average $6,934/month

$7,607

$1,422

Average $1,600/week

$1,755

$36

Average $40/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,279	$7,607	$1,755	$44
Average	$83,204	$6,934	$1,600	$40
25th Percentile	$73,950	$6,162	$1,422	$36

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