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

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

How does experience change A Physicist 's salary?

A Physicist 's salary grows with experience: a Physicist I (0-2 years)earns $74,382, a Physicist II (2-4 years)earns $93,400, a Physicist III (4-7 years)earns $109,649, a Physicist IV (7+ years)earns $142,639, a Physicist V (7-10 years)earns $159,413,

What are the highest paying states for a Physicist III?

Physicist III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Physicist III roles are District of Columbia $119,610, California $119,156, Massachusetts $117,568. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Physicist roles make?

Salaries for Physicist level roles vary by specialization: Health Physicist: $518,225; Physicist V: $157,057; Specialist Physicist: $140,600; Physicist IV: $140,531; Physicist: $109,738.

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Physicist III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Physicist III make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Physicist III in Delaware is $109,649 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $132,479
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $99,529 to $121,599
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $90,315

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Physicist III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,599	$10,133	$2,338	$58
Average	$109,649	$9,137	$2,109	$53
25th Percentile	$99,529	$8,294	$1,914	$48

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Key Factors That Influence Physicist III Salaries

A Physicist III'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 Physicist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Physicist III'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:

Physicist I (0-2 years): $74,382
Physicist II (2-4 years): $93,400
Physicist III (4-7 years): $109,649
Physicist IV (7+ years): $142,639
Physicist V (7-10 years): $159,413

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Physicist I	0-2 years	$74,382
Physicist II	2-4 years	$93,400
Physicist III	4-7 years	$109,649
Physicist IV	7+ years	$142,639
Physicist V	7-10 years	$159,413

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How Do Physicist III 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 Physicist IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $119,610.
California: $119,156.
Massachusetts: $117,568.

District of Columbia $119,610 California $119,156 Massachusetts $117,568 Washington $117,136 New Jersey $117,093 Alaska $116,941 Connecticut $115,451 New York $114,846

Hawaii $112,912 Rhode Island $112,004 Maryland $111,389 Minnesota $110,546 Colorado $110,222 Illinois $110,114 Oregon $109,703 Delaware $109,401

New Hampshire $109,211 Virginia $108,785 Pennsylvania $107,543 Nevada $106,916 North Dakota $106,711 Michigan $106,387 Wisconsin $106,268 Vermont $106,030

Texas $105,371 Maine $105,328 Arizona $105,263 Ohio $105,188 Georgia $104,194 Indiana $103,697 Wyoming $103,600 Utah $103,449

Iowa $103,384 Kansas $102,865 Louisiana $102,714 North Carolina $102,660 Missouri $102,638 Florida $102,217 Montana $101,990 Nebraska $101,774

Kentucky $101,655 South Carolina $101,223 Tennessee $100,953 Idaho $100,845 New Mexico $100,056 Oklahoma $99,884 Alabama $99,246 South Dakota $98,177

Arkansas $97,593 West Virginia $97,280 Mississippi $96,340

Top Paying Cities for Physicist IIIs

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: $113,225
Little Creek: $112,177
Magnolia: $112,642

Lincoln, DE $113,225 Little Creek, DE $112,177 Magnolia, DE $112,642 Milford, DE $113,225 Marydel, DE $111,756 Millsboro, DE $113,225 Millville, DE $113,981 Milton, DE $113,225

Nassau, DE $113,225 Ocean View, DE $113,981 Rehoboth Beach, DE $113,981 Seaford, DE $112,037 Selbyville, DE $113,981 Smyrna, DE $111,626 Viola, DE $112,642 Woodside, DE $112,318

Bear, DE $110,805 Newark, DE $110,849 Claymont, DE $110,935 Delaware City, DE $110,849 Hockessin, DE $110,935 Kirkwood, DE $110,849 Middletown, DE $111,400 Montchanin, DE $110,935

New Castle, DE $110,935 Odessa, DE $111,551 Port Penn, DE $110,546 Rockland, DE $110,935 Saint Georges, DE $110,849 Townsend, DE $111,389 Winterthur, DE $110,935 Lewes, DE $113,225

Wilmington, DE $110,935 Dover, DE $112,123 Dover Afb, DE $112,383 Bethany Beach, DE $113,981 Bethel, DE $112,037 Bridgeville, DE $113,225 Camden Wyoming, DE $112,242 Cheswold, DE $111,864

Clayton, DE $111,583 Dagsboro, DE $113,981 Delmar, DE $112,037 Ellendale, DE $113,225 Felton, DE $113,225 Fenwick Island, DE $113,981 Frankford, DE $113,981 Frederica, DE $113,225

Georgetown, DE $113,225 Greenwood, DE $113,225 Harbeson, DE $113,225 Harrington, DE $113,225 Hartly, DE $111,529 Houston, DE $113,225 Kenton, DE $111,583 Laurel, DE $112,037

Yorklyn, DE $110,935

Physicist III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Physicist III'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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$99,529

Average $109,649/year

$121,599

$8,294

Average $9,137/month

$10,133

$1,914

Average $2,109/week

$2,338

$48

Average $53/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,599	$10,133	$2,338	$58
Average	$109,649	$9,137	$2,109	$53
25th Percentile	$99,529	$8,294	$1,914	$48

Physicist III Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Physicist III, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Physicist III Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Biologist IV	$122,545	12%
Geologist IV	$111,102	1%
Geophysicist IV	$158,527	45%
Microbiologist IV	$94,995	-13%

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