What are the main factors that influence a Science Editor'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 Science Editor?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Science Editor roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Science Editor's salary?

A Science Editor's salary grows with experience: an Editor I (0-2 years)earns $62,808, an Science Editor (2-4 years)earns $79,538, an Editor III (4-7 years)earns $97,645, an Editorial Manager (7+ years)earns $114,938,

What are the highest paying states for a Science Editor?

Science Editor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Science Editor roles are District of Columbia $87,455, California $87,123, Massachusetts $85,962. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Science Editor roles make?

Salaries for Science Editor level roles vary by specialization: Science Engineer: $113,774; Senior Editor: $96,201; Editor III: $96,199; Science Writer: $86,092; Editor II: $78,360.

Science Editor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Science Editor make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Science Editor in Delaware is $79,990 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,750
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,913 to $86,146
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,470

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Science Editor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,146	$7,179	$1,657	$41
Average	$79,990	$6,666	$1,538	$38
25th Percentile	$72,913	$6,076	$1,402	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Science Editor Salaries

A Science Editor'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 Science Editor 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 Science Editors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $87,455.
California: $87,123.
Massachusetts: $85,962.

District of Columbia $87,455 California $87,123 Massachusetts $85,962 Washington $85,646 New Jersey $85,614 Alaska $85,504 Connecticut $84,414 New York $83,971

Hawaii $82,557 Rhode Island $81,894 Maryland $81,444 Minnesota $80,827 Colorado $80,591 Illinois $80,512 Oregon $80,211 Delaware $79,990

New Hampshire $79,851 Virginia $79,540 Pennsylvania $78,632 Nevada $78,174 North Dakota $78,023 Michigan $77,786 Wisconsin $77,700 Vermont $77,526

Texas $77,044 Maine $77,012 Arizona $76,965 Ohio $76,910 Georgia $76,183 Indiana $75,820 Wyoming $75,749 Utah $75,638

Iowa $75,591 Kansas $75,212 Louisiana $75,101 North Carolina $75,061 Missouri $75,046 Florida $74,738 Montana $74,572 Nebraska $74,414

Kentucky $74,327 South Carolina $74,011 Tennessee $73,813 Idaho $73,734 New Mexico $73,158 Oklahoma $73,031 Alabama $72,565 South Dakota $71,783

Arkansas $71,357 West Virginia $71,128 Mississippi $70,441

Top Paying Cities for Science Editors

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: $79,630
Little Creek: $80,213
Magnolia: $80,098

Lincoln, DE $79,630 Little Creek, DE $80,213 Magnolia, DE $80,098 Milford, DE $79,832 Marydel, DE $79,963 Millsboro, DE $79,296 Millville, DE $79,418 Milton, DE $79,556

Nassau, DE $79,613 Ocean View, DE $79,405 Rehoboth Beach, DE $79,557 Seaford, DE $79,602 Selbyville, DE $79,273 Smyrna, DE $80,268 Viola, DE $79,899 Woodside, DE $80,113

Bear, DE $79,929 Newark, DE $79,899 Claymont, DE $80,062 Delaware City, DE $79,978 Hockessin, DE $79,892 Kirkwood, DE $79,963 Middletown, DE $79,994 Montchanin, DE $79,910

New Castle, DE $79,922 Odessa, DE $80,034 Port Penn, DE $80,087 Rockland, DE $79,918 Saint Georges, DE $79,969 Townsend, DE $80,092 Winterthur, DE $79,927 Lewes, DE $79,587

Wilmington, DE $79,895 Dover, DE $80,213 Dover Afb, DE $79,790 Bethany Beach, DE $79,321 Bethel, DE $79,403 Bridgeville, DE $79,591 Camden Wyoming, DE $79,987 Cheswold, DE $80,187

Clayton, DE $80,189 Dagsboro, DE $79,266 Delmar, DE $79,139 Ellendale, DE $79,379 Felton, DE $79,826 Fenwick Island, DE $79,283 Frankford, DE $79,145 Frederica, DE $79,905

Georgetown, DE $79,236 Greenwood, DE $79,603 Harbeson, DE $79,320 Harrington, DE $79,725 Hartly, DE $79,973 Houston, DE $79,611 Kenton, DE $80,193 Laurel, DE $79,189

Yorklyn, DE $79,915

Science Editor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Science Editor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Science Editor positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Science Editor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Science Editor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$87,989	$42.0	10%

Science Editor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Science Editor'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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$72,913

Average $79,990/year

$86,146

$6,076

Average $6,666/month

$7,179

$1,402

Average $1,538/week

$1,657

$35

Average $38/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,146	$7,179	$1,657	$41
Average	$79,990	$6,666	$1,538	$38
25th Percentile	$72,913	$6,076	$1,402	$35

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