What are the main factors that influence a Medical Research Associate'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 Research Associate?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Medical Research Associate roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Medical Research Associate's salary?

A Medical Research Associate's salary grows with experience: a Staff Nurse - RN - Research (0-0 years)earns $94,309, a Medical Research Associate (0-2 years)earns $61,028, a Clinical Research Associate II (2-4 years)earns $70,617, a Scientist - Clinical Research (4-7 years)earns $100,289, a Clinical Research Manager (7+ years)earns $108,339,

What are the highest paying states for a Medical Research Associate?

Medical Research Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Medical Research Associate roles are District of Columbia $67,475, California $67,219, Massachusetts $66,323. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Medical Research Associate roles make?

Salaries for Medical Research Associate level roles vary by specialization: Medical Research Writer IV: $113,860; Medical Research Scientist: $99,898; Medical Research Writer III: $93,543; Medical Research Writer II: $77,063; Medical Research Analyst: $72,849.

Medical Research Associate Salary in Delaware

How much does a Medical Research Associate make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Medical Research Associate in Delaware is $61,716 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,590
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,201 to $71,072
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,449

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Medical Research Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,072	$5,923	$1,367	$34
Average	$61,716	$5,143	$1,187	$30
25th Percentile	$53,201	$4,433	$1,023	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Medical Research Associate Salaries

A Medical Research Associate'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 Medical Research Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Medical Research Associate'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): $94,309
Early Career (1-2 years): $61,028
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $70,617
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $100,289
Expert (over 8 years): $108,339

Levels	Salary
Staff Nur... Level Medical Research Associate	$94,309
Medical R... Level Medical Research Associate	$61,028
Clinical ... Level Medical Research Associate	$70,617
Scientist... Level Medical Research Associate	$100,289
Clinical ... Level Medical Research Associate	$108,339

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How Do Medical Research Associate 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 Research Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $67,475.
California: $67,219.
Massachusetts: $66,323.

District of Columbia $67,475 California $67,219 Massachusetts $66,323 Washington $66,079 New Jersey $66,055 Alaska $65,969 Connecticut $65,128 New York $64,787

Hawaii $63,696 Rhode Island $63,184 Maryland $62,837 Minnesota $62,362 Colorado $62,179 Illinois $62,118 Oregon $61,886 Delaware $61,716

New Hampshire $61,608 Virginia $61,368 Pennsylvania $60,667 Nevada $60,314 North Dakota $60,198 Michigan $60,015 Wisconsin $59,948 Vermont $59,814

Texas $59,443 Maine $59,418 Arizona $59,382 Ohio $59,339 Georgia $58,778 Indiana $58,498 Wyoming $58,443 Utah $58,358

Iowa $58,321 Kansas $58,029 Louisiana $57,943 North Carolina $57,913 Missouri $57,901 Florida $57,663 Montana $57,535 Nebraska $57,413

Kentucky $57,346 South Carolina $57,102 Tennessee $56,950 Idaho $56,889 New Mexico $56,444 Oklahoma $56,347 Alabama $55,987 South Dakota $55,384

Arkansas $55,055 West Virginia $54,878 Mississippi $54,348

Top Paying Cities for Medical Research Associates

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: $61,438
Little Creek: $61,888
Magnolia: $61,799

Lincoln, DE $61,438 Little Creek, DE $61,888 Magnolia, DE $61,799 Milford, DE $61,594 Marydel, DE $61,695 Millsboro, DE $61,180 Millville, DE $61,274 Milton, DE $61,380

Nassau, DE $61,425 Ocean View, DE $61,264 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,382 Seaford, DE $61,416 Selbyville, DE $61,162 Smyrna, DE $61,930 Viola, DE $61,645 Woodside, DE $61,811

Bear, DE $61,668 Newark, DE $61,645 Claymont, DE $61,771 Delaware City, DE $61,707 Hockessin, DE $61,639 Kirkwood, DE $61,695 Middletown, DE $61,719 Montchanin, DE $61,653

New Castle, DE $61,663 Odessa, DE $61,749 Port Penn, DE $61,791 Rockland, DE $61,660 Saint Georges, DE $61,699 Townsend, DE $61,794 Winterthur, DE $61,667 Lewes, DE $61,404

Wilmington, DE $61,643 Dover, DE $61,888 Dover Afb, DE $61,561 Bethany Beach, DE $61,199 Bethel, DE $61,263 Bridgeville, DE $61,407 Camden Wyoming, DE $61,713 Cheswold, DE $61,867

Clayton, DE $61,869 Dagsboro, DE $61,157 Delmar, DE $61,059 Ellendale, DE $61,244 Felton, DE $61,589 Fenwick Island, DE $61,170 Frankford, DE $61,064 Frederica, DE $61,650

Georgetown, DE $61,134 Greenwood, DE $61,417 Harbeson, DE $61,199 Harrington, DE $61,511 Hartly, DE $61,702 Houston, DE $61,423 Kenton, DE $61,872 Laurel, DE $61,097

Yorklyn, DE $61,658

Medical Research Associate Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Medical Research Associate roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Medical Research Associate positions in Pharmaceuticals or Biotechnology typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Medical Research Associate as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Medical Research Associate

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$74,059	$36.0	20%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$67,887	$33.0	10%

Medical Research Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Medical Research Associate'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 August 01, 2026

$53,201

Average $61,716/year

$71,072

$4,433

Average $5,143/month

$5,923

$1,023

Average $1,187/week

$1,367

$26

Average $30/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,072	$5,923	$1,367	$34
Average	$61,716	$5,143	$1,187	$30
25th Percentile	$53,201	$4,433	$1,023	$26

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