Engineering Bear, DE Pop. 21,000

Chemical Engineer Salary in Bear, Delaware

The median chemical engineer salary in Bear, DE is $105,197 per year, which is 1% below the national median and 2% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$105,197
vs State Avg
$-2,126
vs National
$-1,063
Cost of Living
99%

Chemical Engineer Salary in Bear by Experience

In Bear, an entry-level chemical engineer earns around $69,300, while experienced professionals earn up to $160,380 per year. The local cost of living index is 99% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$69,300
$-700 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$106,920
$-1,080 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$160,380
$-1,620 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Bear, DE

Percentile Bear
10th Percentile $67,320
25th Percentile $83,160
Median (50th) $105,197
75th Percentile $136,620
90th Percentile $170,280

Chemical Engineer Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$111,573
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$108,385
Pop. 33,398
Middletown, DE
$104,135
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$102,010
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Chemical Engineer in Bear

Education

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

Key Skills

Process EngineeringChemical ProcessesASPENSafety EngineeringQuality ControlThermodynamics

Job Outlook

Nationally, chemical engineer employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Bear may vary based on local industry and population growth.