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Biomedical Engineer Salary in Dover, Delaware

The median biomedical engineer salary in Dover, DE is $96,701 per year, which is 4% below the national median and 5% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$96,701
vs State Avg
$-5,036
vs National
$-4,029
Cost of Living
96%

Biomedical Engineer Salary in Dover by Experience

In Dover, an entry-level biomedical engineer earns around $62,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $142,080 per year. The local cost of living index is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$62,400
$-2,600 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$97,920
$-4,080 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$142,080
$-5,920 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Dover, DE

Percentile Dover
10th Percentile $59,520
25th Percentile $75,840
Median (50th) $96,701
75th Percentile $120,960
90th Percentile $149,760

Biomedical Engineer Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$105,767
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$102,745
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$99,723
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$98,715
Pop. 22,350

How to Become a Biomedical Engineer in Dover

Education

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

Key Skills

Medical DevicesCAD/CAMFDA RegulationsBiomechanicsMATLABClinical Research

Job Outlook

Nationally, biomedical engineer employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Dover may vary based on local industry and population growth.