Engineering Delaware (DE) Rank #15 of 50

Electrical Engineer Salary in Delaware

The median electrical engineer salary in Delaware is $105,656 per year, which is 1.0% above the national median of $104,610.

Median Salary
$105,656
vs National
+$1,046
State Rank
#15 of 50
Cost of Living
101%

Electrical Engineer Salary in Delaware by Experience

In Delaware, an entry-level electrical engineer earns around $68,680, while experienced professionals earn up to $156,550 per year. The cost of living index in Delaware is 101% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$68,680
+$680 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$107,060
+$1,060 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$156,550
+$1,550 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Delaware

Percentile DE Salary
10th Percentile $66,660
25th Percentile $83,830
Median (50th) $105,656
75th Percentile $133,320
90th Percentile $163,620

Electrical Engineer Salary by City in Delaware

The largest employment areas for electrical engineers in Delaware include Wilmington, Dover, Newark, and Middletown. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Wilmington, DE
$109,841
Pop. 70,898 · COL 105%
Dover, DE
$100,426
Pop. 39,403 · COL 96%
Newark, DE
$106,702
Pop. 33,398 · COL 102%
Middletown, DE
$102,518
Pop. 22,350 · COL 98%
Bear, DE
$103,564
Pop. 21,000 · COL 99%

How to Become a Electrical Engineer in Delaware

Education

Most electrical engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Delaware has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Circuit DesignMATLABPCB DesignPower SystemsControl SystemsEmbedded Systems

Job Outlook in Delaware

Nationally, electrical engineer employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Delaware's demand may vary based on local industry trends.