Creative & Education Wilmington, DE Pop. 70,898

Education Administrator Salary in Wilmington, Delaware

The median education administrator salary in Wilmington, DE is $107,310 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 4.0% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$107,310
vs State Avg
+$4,088
vs National
+$5,110
Cost of Living
105%

Education Administrator Salary in Wilmington by Experience

In Wilmington, an entry-level education administrator earns around $68,250, while experienced professionals earn up to $162,750 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$68,250
+$3,250 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$109,200
+$5,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$162,750
+$7,750 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Wilmington, DE

Percentile Wilmington
10th Percentile $65,100
25th Percentile $81,900
Median (50th) $107,310
75th Percentile $138,600
90th Percentile $170,100

Education Administrator Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Newark, DE
$104,244
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$101,178
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$100,156
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$98,112
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Education Administrator in Wilmington

Education

Most education administrator positions require a master's degree. Wilmington and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Educational LeadershipBudget ManagementPolicy DevelopmentStaff EvaluationAccreditationCommunication

Job Outlook

Nationally, education administrator employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Wilmington may vary based on local industry and population growth.