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Chemist Salary in Wilmington, Delaware

The median chemist salary in Wilmington, DE is $86,930 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 4.0% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$86,930
vs State Avg
+$3,312
vs National
+$4,140
Cost of Living
105%

Chemist Salary in Wilmington by Experience

In Wilmington, an entry-level chemist earns around $52,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $141,750 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$52,500
+$2,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$88,200
+$4,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$141,750
+$6,750 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Wilmington, DE

Percentile Wilmington
10th Percentile $50,400
25th Percentile $65,100
Median (50th) $86,930
75th Percentile $114,450
90th Percentile $149,100

Chemist Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Newark, DE
$84,446
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$81,962
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$81,134
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$79,478
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Chemist in Wilmington

Education

Most chemist positions require a bachelor's degree. Wilmington and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Analytical ChemistryLab TechniquesSpectroscopyHPLCQuality ControlResearch Methods

Job Outlook

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