What are the main factors that influence a Physicist V'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 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, a Physicist Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $185,453,

What are the highest paying states for a Physicist V?

Physicist V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Physicist V roles are District of Columbia $173,894, California $173,234, Massachusetts $170,925. 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; Specialist Physicist: $140,600; Physicist IV: $140,531; Physicist: $109,738; Senior Physicist: $108,100.

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Physicist V Salary in Delaware

How much does a Physicist V make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Physicist V in Delaware is $159,413 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $77.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $180,101
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $145,374 to $170,242
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $132,593

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Physicist V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$170,242	$14,187	$3,274	$82
Average	$159,413	$13,284	$3,066	$77
25th Percentile	$145,374	$12,115	$2,796	$70

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Key Factors That Influence Physicist V Salaries

A Physicist V'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 V'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 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
Physicist Senior Manager (12+ years): $185,453

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
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
Physicist Senior Manager	12+ years	$185,453

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

District of Columbia: $173,894.
California: $173,234.
Massachusetts: $170,925.

District of Columbia $173,894 California $173,234 Massachusetts $170,925 Washington $170,297 New Jersey $170,234 Alaska $170,014 Connecticut $167,847 New York $166,967

Hawaii $164,156 Rhode Island $162,837 Maryland $161,941 Minnesota $160,716 Colorado $160,245 Illinois $160,088 Oregon $159,491 Delaware $159,052

New Hampshire $158,775 Virginia $158,156 Pennsylvania $156,350 Nevada $155,439 North Dakota $155,141 Michigan $154,670 Wisconsin $154,497 Vermont $154,151

Texas $153,193 Maine $153,131 Arizona $153,036 Ohio $152,926 Georgia $151,481 Indiana $150,759 Wyoming $150,618 Utah $150,398

Iowa $150,304 Kansas $149,550 Louisiana $149,330 North Carolina $149,251 Missouri $149,220 Florida $148,607 Montana $148,278 Nebraska $147,963

Kentucky $147,791 South Carolina $147,162 Tennessee $146,770 Idaho $146,613 New Mexico $145,466 Oklahoma $145,215 Alabama $144,288 South Dakota $142,733

Arkansas $141,885 West Virginia $141,430 Mississippi $140,063

Top Paying Cities for Physicist Vs

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: $164,611
Little Creek: $163,088
Magnolia: $163,763

Lincoln, DE $164,611 Little Creek, DE $163,088 Magnolia, DE $163,763 Milford, DE $164,611 Marydel, DE $162,475 Millsboro, DE $164,611 Millville, DE $165,711 Milton, DE $164,611

Nassau, DE $164,611 Ocean View, DE $165,711 Rehoboth Beach, DE $165,711 Seaford, DE $162,884 Selbyville, DE $165,711 Smyrna, DE $162,287 Viola, DE $163,763 Woodside, DE $163,292

Bear, DE $161,093 Newark, DE $161,156 Claymont, DE $161,282 Delaware City, DE $161,156 Hockessin, DE $161,282 Kirkwood, DE $161,156 Middletown, DE $161,957 Montchanin, DE $161,282

New Castle, DE $161,282 Odessa, DE $162,177 Port Penn, DE $160,716 Rockland, DE $161,282 Saint Georges, DE $161,156 Townsend, DE $161,941 Winterthur, DE $161,282 Lewes, DE $164,611

Wilmington, DE $161,282 Dover, DE $163,009 Dover Afb, DE $163,386 Bethany Beach, DE $165,711 Bethel, DE $162,884 Bridgeville, DE $164,611 Camden Wyoming, DE $163,182 Cheswold, DE $162,633

Clayton, DE $162,224 Dagsboro, DE $165,711 Delmar, DE $162,884 Ellendale, DE $164,611 Felton, DE $164,611 Fenwick Island, DE $165,711 Frankford, DE $165,711 Frederica, DE $164,611

Georgetown, DE $164,611 Greenwood, DE $164,611 Harbeson, DE $164,611 Harrington, DE $164,611 Hartly, DE $162,146 Houston, DE $164,611 Kenton, DE $162,224 Laurel, DE $162,884

Yorklyn, DE $161,282

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

Understanding how a Physicist V'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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$145,374

Average $159,413/year

$170,242

$12,115

Average $13,284/month

$14,187

$2,796

Average $3,066/week

$3,274

$70

Average $77/hour

$82

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$170,242	$14,187	$3,274	$82
Average	$159,413	$13,284	$3,066	$77
25th Percentile	$145,374	$12,115	$2,796	$70

Physicist V Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Physicist V, 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 V Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Geologist Manager	$141,627	-11%
Physicist VI	$189,111	19%

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