What are the main factors that influence an Associate Scientist, Scientist's salary?

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

How does experience change An Associate Scientist, Scientist's salary?

An Associate Scientist, Scientist's salary grows with experience: a Scientist I - Biotech (0-2 years)earns $108,317, a Associate Scientist, Scientist (2-4 years)earns $129,673, a Scientist III - Biotech (4-7 years)earns $146,870,

What are the highest paying states for an Associate Scientist, Scientist?

Associate Scientist, Scientist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Associate Scientist, Scientist roles are District of Columbia $143,200, California $142,657, Massachusetts $140,756. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Associate Scientist, Scientist roles make?

Salaries for Associate Scientist, Scientist level roles vary by specialization: Associate Scientist: $146,114; Associate Scientist II: $127,188; Associate Scientist V: $107,743; Associate Scientist, Biology: $107,743; Associate Environmental Scientist: $106,170.

Associate Scientist, Scientist Salary in Delaware

How much does an Associate Scientist, Scientist make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Associate Scientist, Scientist in Delaware is $131,275 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $166,494
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $120,962 to $149,710
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $111,572

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Associate Scientist, Scientist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$149,710	$12,476	$2,879	$72
Average	$131,275	$10,940	$2,525	$63
25th Percentile	$120,962	$10,080	$2,326	$58

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Key Factors That Influence Associate Scientist, Scientist Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $143,200.
California: $142,657.
Massachusetts: $140,756.

District of Columbia $143,200 California $142,657 Massachusetts $140,756 Washington $140,238 New Jersey $140,187 Alaska $140,005 Connecticut $138,221 New York $137,496

Hawaii $135,181 Rhode Island $134,095 Maryland $133,358 Minnesota $132,349 Colorado $131,961 Illinois $131,831 Oregon $131,340 Delaware $130,978

New Hampshire $130,750 Virginia $130,241 Pennsylvania $128,753 Nevada $128,003 North Dakota $127,757 Michigan $127,369 Wisconsin $127,227 Vermont $126,943

Texas $126,154 Maine $126,102 Arizona $126,024 Ohio $125,934 Georgia $124,744 Indiana $124,149 Wyoming $124,033 Utah $123,851

Iowa $123,774 Kansas $123,153 Louisiana $122,972 North Carolina $122,907 Missouri $122,881 Florida $122,377 Montana $122,105 Nebraska $121,847

Kentucky $121,704 South Carolina $121,187 Tennessee $120,864 Idaho $120,734 New Mexico $119,790 Oklahoma $119,583 Alabama $118,820 South Dakota $117,540

Arkansas $116,841 West Virginia $116,466 Mississippi $115,341

Top Paying Cities for Associate Scientist, 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: $135,556
Little Creek: $134,302
Magnolia: $134,858

Lincoln, DE $135,556 Little Creek, DE $134,302 Magnolia, DE $134,858 Milford, DE $135,556 Marydel, DE $133,797 Millsboro, DE $135,556 Millville, DE $136,462 Milton, DE $135,556

Nassau, DE $135,556 Ocean View, DE $136,462 Rehoboth Beach, DE $136,462 Seaford, DE $134,134 Selbyville, DE $136,462 Smyrna, DE $133,642 Viola, DE $134,858 Woodside, DE $134,470

Bear, DE $132,659 Newark, DE $132,711 Claymont, DE $132,814 Delaware City, DE $132,711 Hockessin, DE $132,814 Kirkwood, DE $132,711 Middletown, DE $133,371 Montchanin, DE $132,814

New Castle, DE $132,814 Odessa, DE $133,552 Port Penn, DE $132,349 Rockland, DE $132,814 Saint Georges, DE $132,711 Townsend, DE $133,358 Winterthur, DE $132,814 Lewes, DE $135,556

Wilmington, DE $132,814 Dover, DE $134,237 Dover Afb, DE $134,547 Bethany Beach, DE $136,462 Bethel, DE $134,134 Bridgeville, DE $135,556 Camden Wyoming, DE $134,379 Cheswold, DE $133,927

Clayton, DE $133,590 Dagsboro, DE $136,462 Delmar, DE $134,134 Ellendale, DE $135,556 Felton, DE $135,556 Fenwick Island, DE $136,462 Frankford, DE $136,462 Frederica, DE $135,556

Georgetown, DE $135,556 Greenwood, DE $135,556 Harbeson, DE $135,556 Harrington, DE $135,556 Hartly, DE $133,526 Houston, DE $135,556 Kenton, DE $133,590 Laurel, DE $134,134

Yorklyn, DE $132,814

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

Understanding how an Associate Scientist, 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 May 18, 2021

$120,962

Average $131,275/year

$149,710

$10,080

Average $10,940/month

$12,476

$2,326

Average $2,525/week

$2,879

$58

Average $63/hour

$72

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$149,710	$12,476	$2,879	$72
Average	$131,275	$10,940	$2,525	$63
25th Percentile	$120,962	$10,080	$2,326	$58

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