What are the main factors that influence a Physicist IV'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 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, a Physicist VI (10-12 years)earns $189,111,

What are the highest paying states for a Physicist IV?

Physicist IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Physicist IV roles are District of Columbia $155,596, California $155,006, Massachusetts $152,940. 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: $109,738; Senior Physicist: $108,100.

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Physicist IV Salary in Delaware

How much does a Physicist IV make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Physicist IV in Delaware is $142,639 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $169,011
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $128,088 to $156,443
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $114,840

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Physicist IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$156,443	$13,037	$3,009	$75
Average	$142,639	$11,887	$2,743	$69
25th Percentile	$128,088	$10,674	$2,463	$62

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Key Factors That Influence Physicist IV Salaries

A Physicist IV'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.

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
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
Physicist VI	10-12 years	$189,111

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

District of Columbia: $155,596.
California: $155,006.
Massachusetts: $152,940.

District of Columbia $155,596 California $155,006 Massachusetts $152,940 Washington $152,378 New Jersey $152,322 Alaska $152,125 Connecticut $150,185 New York $149,399

Hawaii $146,883 Rhode Island $145,703 Maryland $144,902 Minnesota $143,805 Colorado $143,384 Illinois $143,243 Oregon $142,709 Delaware $142,316

New Hampshire $142,068 Virginia $141,515 Pennsylvania $139,899 Nevada $139,084 North Dakota $138,817 Michigan $138,395 Wisconsin $138,240 Vermont $137,931

Texas $137,074 Maine $137,018 Arizona $136,933 Ohio $136,835 Georgia $135,542 Indiana $134,896 Wyoming $134,769 Utah $134,572

Iowa $134,488 Kansas $133,814 Louisiana $133,617 North Carolina $133,547 Missouri $133,519 Florida $132,970 Montana $132,675 Nebraska $132,394

Kentucky $132,240 South Carolina $131,678 Tennessee $131,326 Idaho $131,186 New Mexico $130,160 Oklahoma $129,935 Alabama $129,106 South Dakota $127,715

Arkansas $126,956 West Virginia $126,548 Mississippi $125,326

Top Paying Cities for Physicist IVs

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: $147,291
Little Creek: $145,927
Magnolia: $146,532

Lincoln, DE $147,291 Little Creek, DE $145,927 Magnolia, DE $146,532 Milford, DE $147,291 Marydel, DE $145,379 Millsboro, DE $147,291 Millville, DE $148,274 Milton, DE $147,291

Nassau, DE $147,291 Ocean View, DE $148,274 Rehoboth Beach, DE $148,274 Seaford, DE $145,745 Selbyville, DE $148,274 Smyrna, DE $145,211 Viola, DE $146,532 Woodside, DE $146,110

Bear, DE $144,143 Newark, DE $144,199 Claymont, DE $144,311 Delaware City, DE $144,199 Hockessin, DE $144,311 Kirkwood, DE $144,199 Middletown, DE $144,916 Montchanin, DE $144,311

New Castle, DE $144,311 Odessa, DE $145,112 Port Penn, DE $143,805 Rockland, DE $144,311 Saint Georges, DE $144,199 Townsend, DE $144,902 Winterthur, DE $144,311 Lewes, DE $147,291

Wilmington, DE $144,311 Dover, DE $145,857 Dover Afb, DE $146,194 Bethany Beach, DE $148,274 Bethel, DE $145,745 Bridgeville, DE $147,291 Camden Wyoming, DE $146,012 Cheswold, DE $145,520

Clayton, DE $145,154 Dagsboro, DE $148,274 Delmar, DE $145,745 Ellendale, DE $147,291 Felton, DE $147,291 Fenwick Island, DE $148,274 Frankford, DE $148,274 Frederica, DE $147,291

Georgetown, DE $147,291 Greenwood, DE $147,291 Harbeson, DE $147,291 Harrington, DE $147,291 Hartly, DE $145,084 Houston, DE $147,291 Kenton, DE $145,154 Laurel, DE $145,745

Yorklyn, DE $144,311

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

Understanding how a Physicist IV'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 May 18, 2021

$128,088

Average $142,639/year

$156,443

$10,674

Average $11,887/month

$13,037

$2,463

Average $2,743/week

$3,009

$62

Average $69/hour

$75

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$156,443	$13,037	$3,009	$75
Average	$142,639	$11,887	$2,743	$69
25th Percentile	$128,088	$10,674	$2,463	$62

Physicist IV Salary Growth & Career Path

Physicist IV

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Physicist IV, 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 IV Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Biologist V	$139,065	-3%
Geologist V	$133,471	-6%
Geophysicist V	$194,896	37%
Microbiologist V	$135,906	-5%

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