What are the main factors that influence a Medical Physicist's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Medical Physicist?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Medical Physicist roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Medical Physicist's salary?

A Medical Physicist's salary grows with experience: a Radiation Therapy Dosimetrist (0-0 years)earns $131,765, a Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) I (2-4 years)earns $109,701, a Radiation Therapy Technologist (ARRT) II (4-7 years)earns $127,812, a Medical Physicist (7-10 years)earns $322,013,

What are the highest paying states for a Medical Physicist?

Medical Physicist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Medical Physicist roles are District of Columbia $353,859, California $352,517, Massachusetts $347,819. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Medical Physicist roles make?

Salaries for Medical Physicist level roles vary by specialization: Head Medical Physicist: $309,100; Chief Medical Physicist: $309,043; Radiation Physicist: $213,273; Clinical Medical Physicist: $154,605; Physicist: $108,263.

Medical Physicist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Medical Physicist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Medical Physicist in Delaware is $323,657 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $156.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $366,371
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $295,849 to $346,015
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $270,532

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Medical Physicist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$346,015	$28,835	$6,654	$166
Average	$323,657	$26,971	$6,224	$156
25th Percentile	$295,849	$24,654	$5,689	$142

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Key Factors That Influence Medical Physicist Salaries

A Medical Physicist'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 Do Medical Physicist 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 Medical Physicists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $353,859.
California: $352,517.
Massachusetts: $347,819.

District of Columbia $353,859 California $352,517 Massachusetts $347,819 Washington $346,540 New Jersey $346,412 Alaska $345,965 Connecticut $341,554 New York $339,765

Hawaii $334,044 Rhode Island $331,359 Maryland $329,537 Minnesota $327,045 Colorado $326,086 Illinois $325,766 Oregon $324,552 Delaware $323,657

New Hampshire $323,094 Virginia $321,835 Pennsylvania $318,160 Nevada $316,306 North Dakota $315,699 Michigan $314,740 Wisconsin $314,389 Vermont $313,685

Texas $311,736 Maine $311,608 Arizona $311,416 Ohio $311,193 Georgia $308,252 Indiana $306,782 Wyoming $306,494 Utah $306,047

Iowa $305,855 Kansas $304,321 Louisiana $303,874 North Carolina $303,714 Missouri $303,650 Florida $302,404 Montana $301,732 Nebraska $301,093

Kentucky $300,742 South Carolina $299,463 Tennessee $298,664 Idaho $298,345 New Mexico $296,012 Oklahoma $295,500 Alabama $293,615 South Dakota $290,451

Arkansas $288,725 West Virginia $287,798 Mississippi $285,017

Top Paying Cities for Medical Physicists

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: $322,200
Little Creek: $324,558
Magnolia: $324,092

Lincoln, DE $322,200 Little Creek, DE $324,558 Magnolia, DE $324,092 Milford, DE $323,018 Marydel, DE $323,548 Millsboro, DE $320,848 Millville, DE $321,343 Milton, DE $321,899

Nassau, DE $322,132 Ocean View, DE $321,289 Rehoboth Beach, DE $321,905 Seaford, DE $322,088 Selbyville, DE $320,755 Smyrna, DE $324,782 Viola, DE $323,286 Woodside, DE $324,155

Bear, DE $323,408 Newark, DE $323,286 Claymont, DE $323,948 Delaware City, DE $323,609 Hockessin, DE $323,257 Kirkwood, DE $323,548 Middletown, DE $323,673 Montchanin, DE $323,331

New Castle, DE $323,379 Odessa, DE $323,833 Port Penn, DE $324,050 Rockland, DE $323,363 Saint Georges, DE $323,571 Townsend, DE $324,069 Winterthur, DE $323,401 Lewes, DE $322,024

Wilmington, DE $323,273 Dover, DE $324,558 Dover Afb, DE $322,848 Bethany Beach, DE $320,950 Bethel, DE $321,282 Bridgeville, DE $322,040 Camden Wyoming, DE $323,644 Cheswold, DE $324,453

Clayton, DE $324,462 Dagsboro, DE $320,726 Delmar, DE $320,212 Ellendale, DE $321,183 Felton, DE $322,992 Fenwick Island, DE $320,796 Frankford, DE $320,237 Frederica, DE $323,312

Georgetown, DE $320,605 Greenwood, DE $322,091 Harbeson, DE $320,947 Harrington, DE $322,583 Hartly, DE $323,587 Houston, DE $322,123 Kenton, DE $324,478 Laurel, DE $320,413

Yorklyn, DE $323,353

Medical Physicist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Medical Physicist roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Medical Physicist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Medical Physicist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Medical Physicist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$356,023	$171.0	10%

Medical Physicist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Medical Physicist'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 July 01, 2026

$295,849

Average $323,657/year

$346,015

$24,654

Average $26,971/month

$28,835

$5,689

Average $6,224/week

$6,654

$142

Average $156/hour

$166

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$346,015	$28,835	$6,654	$166
Average	$323,657	$26,971	$6,224	$156
25th Percentile	$295,849	$24,654	$5,689	$142

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