Creative & Education Bear, DE Pop. 21,000

College Professor Salary in Bear, Delaware

The median college professor salary in Bear, DE is $83,041 per year, which is 1% below the national median and 2% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$83,041
vs State Avg
$-1,678
vs National
$-839
Cost of Living
99%

College Professor Salary in Bear by Experience

In Bear, an entry-level college professor earns around $47,520, while experienced professionals earn up to $158,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 99% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$47,520
$-480 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$85,140
$-860 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$158,400
$-1,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Bear, DE

Percentile Bear
10th Percentile $44,550
25th Percentile $59,400
Median (50th) $83,041
75th Percentile $118,800
90th Percentile $166,320

College Professor Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$88,074
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$85,558
Pop. 33,398
Middletown, DE
$82,202
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$80,525
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a College Professor in Bear

Education

Most college professor positions require a doctoral degree. Bear and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

TeachingResearchPublishingCurriculum DesignAcademic AdvisingGrant Writing

Job Outlook

Nationally, college professor 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.