Engineering Dover, DE Pop. 39,403

Aerospace Engineer Salary in Dover, Delaware

The median aerospace engineer salary in Dover, DE is $121,805 per year, which is 4% below the national median and 5% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$121,805
vs State Avg
$-6,344
vs National
$-5,075
Cost of Living
96%

Aerospace Engineer Salary in Dover by Experience

In Dover, an entry-level aerospace engineer earns around $76,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $177,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$76,800
$-3,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$122,880
$-5,120 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$177,600
$-7,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Dover, DE

Percentile Dover
10th Percentile $74,880
25th Percentile $96,000
Median (50th) $121,805
75th Percentile $153,600
90th Percentile $184,320

Aerospace Engineer Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$133,224
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$129,418
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$125,611
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$124,342
Pop. 22,350

How to Become a Aerospace Engineer in Dover

Education

Most aerospace engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Dover and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

AerodynamicsCATIA/CADStructural AnalysisMATLABPropulsion SystemsFEA

Job Outlook

Nationally, aerospace engineer employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Dover may vary based on local industry and population growth.