What are the main factors that influence a Sociologist'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 Sociologist?

The Insurance industry offers the highest average compensation for Sociologist roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Sociologist's salary?

A Sociologist's salary grows with experience: starting around $60,121 for beginners, reaching about $62,750 at mid-level, and approach $66,198 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Sociologist?

Sociologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Sociologist roles are District of Columbia $68,606, California $68,345, Massachusetts $67,434. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

Sociologist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Sociologist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sociologist in Delaware is $62,750 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,683
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,478 to $70,566
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,769

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Sociologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,566	$5,881	$1,357	$34
Average	$62,750	$5,229	$1,207	$30
25th Percentile	$56,478	$4,707	$1,086	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Sociologist Salaries

A Sociologist'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 Sociologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Sociologist'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): $60,121
Early Career (1-2 years): $60,307
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $62,750
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $65,969
Expert (over 8 years): $66,198

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Sociologist	$60,121
Intermediate Level Sociologist	$60,307
Senior Level Sociologist	$62,750
Specialist Level Sociologist	$65,969
Expert Level Sociologist	$66,198

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How Do Sociologist 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 Sociologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $68,606.
California: $68,345.
Massachusetts: $67,434.

District of Columbia $68,606 California $68,345 Massachusetts $67,434 Washington $67,187 New Jersey $67,162 Alaska $67,075 Connecticut $66,220 New York $65,873

Hawaii $64,764 Rhode Island $64,243 Maryland $63,890 Minnesota $63,407 Colorado $63,221 Illinois $63,159 Oregon $62,924 Delaware $62,750

New Hampshire $62,641 Virginia $62,397 Pennsylvania $61,684 Nevada $61,325 North Dakota $61,207 Michigan $61,021 Wisconsin $60,953 Vermont $60,817

Texas $60,439 Maine $60,414 Arizona $60,377 Ohio $60,333 Georgia $59,763 Indiana $59,478 Wyoming $59,423 Utah $59,336

Iowa $59,299 Kansas $59,001 Louisiana $58,915 North Carolina $58,884 Missouri $58,871 Florida $58,629 Montana $58,499 Nebraska $58,375

Kentucky $58,307 South Carolina $58,059 Tennessee $57,905 Idaho $57,843 New Mexico $57,390 Oklahoma $57,291 Alabama $56,925 South Dakota $56,312

Arkansas $55,977 West Virginia $55,798 Mississippi $55,259

Top Paying Cities for Sociologists

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: $62,467
Little Creek: $62,925
Magnolia: $62,834

Lincoln, DE $62,467 Little Creek, DE $62,925 Magnolia, DE $62,834 Milford, DE $62,626 Marydel, DE $62,729 Millsboro, DE $62,205 Millville, DE $62,301 Milton, DE $62,409

Nassau, DE $62,454 Ocean View, DE $62,291 Rehoboth Beach, DE $62,410 Seaford, DE $62,446 Selbyville, DE $62,187 Smyrna, DE $62,968 Viola, DE $62,678 Woodside, DE $62,847

Bear, DE $62,702 Newark, DE $62,678 Claymont, DE $62,806 Delaware City, DE $62,741 Hockessin, DE $62,673 Kirkwood, DE $62,729 Middletown, DE $62,753 Montchanin, DE $62,687

New Castle, DE $62,696 Odessa, DE $62,784 Port Penn, DE $62,826 Rockland, DE $62,693 Saint Georges, DE $62,733 Townsend, DE $62,830 Winterthur, DE $62,700 Lewes, DE $62,433

Wilmington, DE $62,676 Dover, DE $62,925 Dover Afb, DE $62,593 Bethany Beach, DE $62,225 Bethel, DE $62,290 Bridgeville, DE $62,436 Camden Wyoming, DE $62,748 Cheswold, DE $62,904

Clayton, DE $62,906 Dagsboro, DE $62,182 Delmar, DE $62,082 Ellendale, DE $62,270 Felton, DE $62,621 Fenwick Island, DE $62,195 Frankford, DE $62,087 Frederica, DE $62,683

Georgetown, DE $62,158 Greenwood, DE $62,446 Harbeson, DE $62,225 Harrington, DE $62,542 Hartly, DE $62,736 Houston, DE $62,453 Kenton, DE $62,909 Laurel, DE $62,121

Yorklyn, DE $62,691

Sociologist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Sociologist roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Insurance, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Sociologist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Sociologist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Sociologist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Insurance	$75,300	$36.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Sociologist'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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$56,478

Average $62,750/year

$70,566

$4,707

Average $5,229/month

$5,881

$1,086

Average $1,207/week

$1,357

$27

Average $30/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,566	$5,881	$1,357	$34
Average	$62,750	$5,229	$1,207	$30
25th Percentile	$56,478	$4,707	$1,086	$27

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