Engineering Delaware (DE) Rank #15 of 50

Chemical Engineer Salary in Delaware

The median chemical engineer salary in Delaware is $107,323 per year, which is 1.0% above the national median of $106,260.

Median Salary
$107,323
vs National
+$1,063
State Rank
#15 of 50
Cost of Living
101%

Chemical Engineer Salary in Delaware by Experience

In Delaware, an entry-level chemical engineer earns around $70,700, while experienced professionals earn up to $163,620 per year. The cost of living index in Delaware is 101% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$70,700
+$700 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$109,080
+$1,080 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$163,620
+$1,620 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Delaware

Percentile DE Salary
10th Percentile $68,680
25th Percentile $84,840
Median (50th) $107,323
75th Percentile $139,380
90th Percentile $173,720

Chemical Engineer Salary by City in Delaware

The largest employment areas for chemical engineers in Delaware include Wilmington, Dover, Newark, and Middletown. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Wilmington, DE
$111,573
Pop. 70,898 · COL 105%
Dover, DE
$102,010
Pop. 39,403 · COL 96%
Newark, DE
$108,385
Pop. 33,398 · COL 102%
Middletown, DE
$104,135
Pop. 22,350 · COL 98%
Bear, DE
$105,197
Pop. 21,000 · COL 99%

How to Become a Chemical Engineer in Delaware

Education

Most chemical engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Delaware has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Process EngineeringChemical ProcessesASPENSafety EngineeringQuality ControlThermodynamics

Job Outlook in Delaware

Nationally, chemical engineer employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Delaware's demand may vary based on local industry trends.