What are the main factors that influence a Research Audiologist'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 Research Audiologist?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Research Audiologist roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Research Audiologist's salary?

A Research Audiologist's salary grows with experience: an Research Audiologist (0-0 years)earns $88,811, an Audiology and Speech Therapy Manager (0-5 years)earns $142,103, an Audiology and Speech Therapy Director (5+ years)earns $161,727,

What are the highest paying states for a Research Audiologist?

Research Audiologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Research Audiologist roles are District of Columbia $98,172, California $97,800, Massachusetts $96,497. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Research Audiologist roles make?

Salaries for Research Audiologist level roles vary by specialization: Audiologist RHRP: $91,868; Clinical Audiologist: $88,990; Dispensing Audiologist: $88,933; Audiologist: $88,915; Medical Audiologist: $88,905.

Research Audiologist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Research Audiologist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Research Audiologist in Delaware is $89,793 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $115,325
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $82,720 to $103,158
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76,281

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Research Audiologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$103,158	$8,596	$1,984	$50
Average	$89,793	$7,483	$1,727	$43
25th Percentile	$82,720	$6,893	$1,591	$40

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Key Factors That Influence Research Audiologist Salaries

A Research Audiologist'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 Research Audiologist 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 Research Audiologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $98,172.
California: $97,800.
Massachusetts: $96,497.

District of Columbia $98,172 California $97,800 Massachusetts $96,497 Washington $96,142 New Jersey $96,106 Alaska $95,982 Connecticut $94,759 New York $94,262

Hawaii $92,675 Rhode Island $91,930 Maryland $91,425 Minnesota $90,733 Colorado $90,467 Illinois $90,378 Oregon $90,042 Delaware $89,793

New Hampshire $89,637 Virginia $89,288 Pennsylvania $88,268 Nevada $87,754 North Dakota $87,585 Michigan $87,319 Wisconsin $87,222 Vermont $87,027

Texas $86,486 Maine $86,451 Arizona $86,397 Ohio $86,335 Georgia $85,520 Indiana $85,112 Wyoming $85,032 Utah $84,908

Iowa $84,855 Kansas $84,429 Louisiana $84,305 North Carolina $84,260 Missouri $84,243 Florida $83,897 Montana $83,711 Nebraska $83,533

Kentucky $83,436 South Carolina $83,081 Tennessee $82,859 Idaho $82,771 New Mexico $82,124 Oklahoma $81,982 Alabama $81,459 South Dakota $80,581

Arkansas $80,102 West Virginia $79,845 Mississippi $79,073

Top Paying Cities for Research Audiologists

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: $89,389
Little Creek: $90,043
Magnolia: $89,914

Lincoln, DE $89,389 Little Creek, DE $90,043 Magnolia, DE $89,914 Milford, DE $89,616 Marydel, DE $89,763 Millsboro, DE $89,014 Millville, DE $89,151 Milton, DE $89,306

Nassau, DE $89,370 Ocean View, DE $89,136 Rehoboth Beach, DE $89,307 Seaford, DE $89,358 Selbyville, DE $88,988 Smyrna, DE $90,105 Viola, DE $89,690 Woodside, DE $89,932

Bear, DE $89,724 Newark, DE $89,690 Claymont, DE $89,874 Delaware City, DE $89,780 Hockessin, DE $89,682 Kirkwood, DE $89,763 Middletown, DE $89,798 Montchanin, DE $89,703

New Castle, DE $89,716 Odessa, DE $89,842 Port Penn, DE $89,902 Rockland, DE $89,712 Saint Georges, DE $89,769 Townsend, DE $89,908 Winterthur, DE $89,722 Lewes, DE $89,340

Wilmington, DE $89,687 Dover, DE $90,043 Dover Afb, DE $89,569 Bethany Beach, DE $89,042 Bethel, DE $89,134 Bridgeville, DE $89,345 Camden Wyoming, DE $89,790 Cheswold, DE $90,014

Clayton, DE $90,017 Dagsboro, DE $88,980 Delmar, DE $88,837 Ellendale, DE $89,107 Felton, DE $89,609 Fenwick Island, DE $89,000 Frankford, DE $88,845 Frederica, DE $89,698

Georgetown, DE $88,947 Greenwood, DE $89,359 Harbeson, DE $89,041 Harrington, DE $89,495 Hartly, DE $89,774 Houston, DE $89,368 Kenton, DE $90,021 Laurel, DE $88,893

Yorklyn, DE $89,709

Research Audiologist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Research Audiologist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 90% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and MFG Durable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Research Audiologist positions in Retail & Wholesale or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Research Audiologist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Research Audiologist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$125,711	$60.0	40%
MFG Durable	$107,752	$52.0	20%

Research Audiologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Research Audiologist'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

$82,720

Average $89,793/year

$103,158

$6,893

Average $7,483/month

$8,596

$1,591

Average $1,727/week

$1,984

$40

Average $43/hour

$50

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$103,158	$8,596	$1,984	$50
Average	$89,793	$7,483	$1,727	$43
25th Percentile	$82,720	$6,893	$1,591	$40

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