Automotive & Maintenance Bear, DE Pop. 21,000

Aircraft Mechanic Salary in Bear, Delaware

The median aircraft mechanic salary in Bear, DE is $64,895 per year, which is 1% below the national median and 2% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$64,895
vs State Avg
$-1,311
vs National
$-655
Cost of Living
99%

Aircraft Mechanic Salary in Bear by Experience

In Bear, an entry-level aircraft mechanic earns around $43,560, while experienced professionals earn up to $95,040 per year. The local cost of living index is 99% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$43,560
$-440 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$66,330
$-670 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$95,040
$-960 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Bear, DE

Percentile Bear
10th Percentile $41,580
25th Percentile $51,480
Median (50th) $64,895
75th Percentile $83,160
90th Percentile $99,990

Aircraft Mechanic Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$68,828
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$66,861
Pop. 33,398
Middletown, DE
$64,239
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$62,928
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Aircraft Mechanic in Bear

Education

Most aircraft mechanic positions require a postsecondary nondegree award. Bear and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Aircraft SystemsA&P CertificationFAA RegulationsAvionicsTroubleshootingSafety Protocols

Job Outlook

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