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

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

How does experience change A Research Epidemiologist's salary?

A Research Epidemiologist's salary grows with experience: starting around $88,964 for beginners, reaching about $90,502 at mid-level, and approach $96,788 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Research Epidemiologist?

Research Epidemiologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Research Epidemiologist roles are District of Columbia $101,666, California $101,280, Massachusetts $99,930. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Research Epidemiologist roles make?

Salaries for Research Epidemiologist level roles vary by specialization: Nurse Epidemiologist: $100,032; Environmental Epidemiologist: $95,315; Senior Epidemiologist: $94,363; Infection Control Epidemiologist: $93,200; Public Health Research Epidemiologist: $93,190.

Research Epidemiologist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Research Epidemiologist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Research Epidemiologist in Delaware is $92,989 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $117,669
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $85,787 to $105,907
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $79,231

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Research Epidemiologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,907	$8,826	$2,037	$51
Average	$92,989	$7,749	$1,788	$45
25th Percentile	$85,787	$7,149	$1,650	$41

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Key Factors That Influence Research Epidemiologist Salaries

A Research Epidemiologist'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 Research Epidemiologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Research Epidemiologist'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): $88,964
Early Career (1-2 years): $89,477
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $90,502
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $92,039
Expert (over 8 years): $96,788

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Research Epidemiologist	$88,964
Intermediate Level Research Epidemiologist	$89,477
Senior Level Research Epidemiologist	$90,502
Specialist Level Research Epidemiologist	$92,039
Expert Level Research Epidemiologist	$96,788

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How Do Research Epidemiologist 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 Epidemiologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $101,666.
California: $101,280.
Massachusetts: $99,930.

District of Columbia $101,666 California $101,280 Massachusetts $99,930 Washington $99,563 New Jersey $99,526 Alaska $99,398 Connecticut $98,131 New York $97,616

Hawaii $95,973 Rhode Island $95,202 Maryland $94,678 Minnesota $93,962 Colorado $93,686 Illinois $93,595 Oregon $93,246 Delaware $92,989

New Hampshire $92,827 Virginia $92,465 Pennsylvania $91,409 Nevada $90,877 North Dakota $90,702 Michigan $90,427 Wisconsin $90,326 Vermont $90,124

Texas $89,564 Maine $89,527 Arizona $89,472 Ohio $89,408 Georgia $88,563 Indiana $88,140 Wyoming $88,058 Utah $87,929

Iowa $87,874 Kansas $87,433 Louisiana $87,305 North Carolina $87,259 Missouri $87,241 Florida $86,882 Montana $86,690 Nebraska $86,506

Kentucky $86,405 South Carolina $86,038 Tennessee $85,808 Idaho $85,716 New Mexico $85,046 Oklahoma $84,899 Alabama $84,357 South Dakota $83,448

Arkansas $82,952 West Virginia $82,686 Mississippi $81,887

Top Paying Cities for Research Epidemiologists

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: $92,570
Little Creek: $93,248
Magnolia: $93,114

Lincoln, DE $92,570 Little Creek, DE $93,248 Magnolia, DE $93,114 Milford, DE $92,805 Marydel, DE $92,957 Millsboro, DE $92,182 Millville, DE $92,324 Milton, DE $92,484

Nassau, DE $92,551 Ocean View, DE $92,308 Rehoboth Beach, DE $92,485 Seaford, DE $92,538 Selbyville, DE $92,155 Smyrna, DE $93,312 Viola, DE $92,882 Woodside, DE $93,132

Bear, DE $92,917 Newark, DE $92,882 Claymont, DE $93,072 Delaware City, DE $92,975 Hockessin, DE $92,874 Kirkwood, DE $92,957 Middletown, DE $92,993 Montchanin, DE $92,895

New Castle, DE $92,909 Odessa, DE $93,039 Port Penn, DE $93,102 Rockland, DE $92,904 Saint Georges, DE $92,964 Townsend, DE $93,107 Winterthur, DE $92,915 Lewes, DE $92,519

Wilmington, DE $92,878 Dover, DE $93,248 Dover Afb, DE $92,756 Bethany Beach, DE $92,211 Bethel, DE $92,306 Bridgeville, DE $92,524 Camden Wyoming, DE $92,985 Cheswold, DE $93,217

Clayton, DE $93,220 Dagsboro, DE $92,147 Delmar, DE $91,999 Ellendale, DE $92,278 Felton, DE $92,798 Fenwick Island, DE $92,167 Frankford, DE $92,006 Frederica, DE $92,889

Georgetown, DE $92,112 Greenwood, DE $92,539 Harbeson, DE $92,210 Harrington, DE $92,680 Hartly, DE $92,968 Houston, DE $92,548 Kenton, DE $93,225 Laurel, DE $92,057

Yorklyn, DE $92,901

Research Epidemiologist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Research Epidemiologist 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 Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Research Epidemiologist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Chemicals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Research Epidemiologist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Research Epidemiologist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$111,586	$54.0	20%
Biotechnology	$102,288	$49.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Research Epidemiologist'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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$85,787

Average $92,989/year

$105,907

$7,149

Average $7,749/month

$8,826

$1,650

Average $1,788/week

$2,037

$41

Average $45/hour

$51

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,907	$8,826	$2,037	$51
Average	$92,989	$7,749	$1,788	$45
25th Percentile	$85,787	$7,149	$1,650	$41

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