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

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

How does experience change A Scientist's salary?

A Scientist's salary grows with experience: a Scientist I - Biotech (0-2 years)earns $105,348, a Scientist (2-4 years)earns $126,116, a Scientist III - Biotech (4-7 years)earns $142,808,

What are the highest paying states for a Scientist?

Scientist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Scientist roles are District of Columbia $139,165, California $138,637, Massachusetts $136,790. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Scientist roles make?

Salaries for Scientist level roles vary by specialization: Social Scientist: $138,385; Weather Scientist: $136,100; Atmospheric Scientist: $136,020; Associate Scientist, Scientist: $131,227; Building Scientist: $83,929.

Scientist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Scientist make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Scientist in Delaware is $127,287 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $61.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $157,742
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $115,339 to $143,228
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $104,462

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Scientist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$143,228	$11,936	$2,754	$69
Average	$127,287	$10,607	$2,448	$61
25th Percentile	$115,339	$9,612	$2,218	$55

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Key Factors That Influence Scientist Salaries

A Scientist'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 Scientist 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 Scientists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $139,165.
California: $138,637.
Massachusetts: $136,790.

District of Columbia $139,165 California $138,637 Massachusetts $136,790 Washington $136,287 New Jersey $136,236 Alaska $136,061 Connecticut $134,326 New York $133,622

Hawaii $131,372 Rhode Island $130,316 Maryland $129,600 Minnesota $128,620 Colorado $128,243 Illinois $128,117 Oregon $127,639 Delaware $127,287

New Hampshire $127,066 Virginia $126,571 Pennsylvania $125,125 Nevada $124,396 North Dakota $124,158 Michigan $123,780 Wisconsin $123,642 Vermont $123,366

Texas $122,599 Maine $122,549 Arizona $122,473 Ohio $122,385 Georgia $121,229 Indiana $120,651 Wyoming $120,538 Utah $120,362

Iowa $120,286 Kansas $119,683 Louisiana $119,507 North Carolina $119,444 Missouri $119,419 Florida $118,929 Montana $118,665 Nebraska $118,413

Kentucky $118,275 South Carolina $117,772 Tennessee $117,458 Idaho $117,333 New Mexico $116,415 Oklahoma $116,214 Alabama $115,472 South Dakota $114,228

Arkansas $113,549 West Virginia $113,185 Mississippi $112,091

Top Paying Cities for Scientists

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: $131,737
Little Creek: $130,518
Magnolia: $131,058

Lincoln, DE $131,737 Little Creek, DE $130,518 Magnolia, DE $131,058 Milford, DE $131,737 Marydel, DE $130,027 Millsboro, DE $131,737 Millville, DE $132,617 Milton, DE $131,737

Nassau, DE $131,737 Ocean View, DE $132,617 Rehoboth Beach, DE $132,617 Seaford, DE $130,354 Selbyville, DE $132,617 Smyrna, DE $129,877 Viola, DE $131,058 Woodside, DE $130,681

Bear, DE $128,921 Newark, DE $128,972 Claymont, DE $129,072 Delaware City, DE $128,972 Hockessin, DE $129,072 Kirkwood, DE $128,972 Middletown, DE $129,613 Montchanin, DE $129,072

New Castle, DE $129,072 Odessa, DE $129,789 Port Penn, DE $128,620 Rockland, DE $129,072 Saint Georges, DE $128,972 Townsend, DE $129,600 Winterthur, DE $129,072 Lewes, DE $131,737

Wilmington, DE $129,072 Dover, DE $130,455 Dover Afb, DE $130,756 Bethany Beach, DE $132,617 Bethel, DE $130,354 Bridgeville, DE $131,737 Camden Wyoming, DE $130,593 Cheswold, DE $130,153

Clayton, DE $129,826 Dagsboro, DE $132,617 Delmar, DE $130,354 Ellendale, DE $131,737 Felton, DE $131,737 Fenwick Island, DE $132,617 Frankford, DE $132,617 Frederica, DE $131,737

Georgetown, DE $131,737 Greenwood, DE $131,737 Harbeson, DE $131,737 Harrington, DE $131,737 Hartly, DE $129,763 Houston, DE $131,737 Kenton, DE $129,826 Laurel, DE $130,354

Yorklyn, DE $129,072

Scientist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Scientist'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 April 01, 2026

$115,339

Average $127,287/year

$143,228

$9,612

Average $10,607/month

$11,936

$2,218

Average $2,448/week

$2,754

$55

Average $61/hour

$69

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$143,228	$11,936	$2,754	$69
Average	$127,287	$10,607	$2,448	$61
25th Percentile	$115,339	$9,612	$2,218	$55

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