Engineering Middletown, DE Pop. 22,350

Chemical Engineer Salary in Middletown, Delaware

The median chemical engineer salary in Middletown, DE is $104,135 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 3% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$104,135
vs State Avg
$-3,188
vs National
$-2,125
Cost of Living
98%

Chemical Engineer Salary in Middletown by Experience

In Middletown, an entry-level chemical engineer earns around $68,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $158,760 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$68,600
$-1,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$105,840
$-2,160 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$158,760
$-3,240 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Middletown, DE

Percentile Middletown
10th Percentile $66,640
25th Percentile $82,320
Median (50th) $104,135
75th Percentile $135,240
90th Percentile $168,560

Chemical Engineer Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$111,573
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$108,385
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$105,197
Pop. 21,000
Dover, DE
$102,010
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Chemical Engineer in Middletown

Education

Most chemical engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Middletown 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 Middletown may vary based on local industry and population growth.