Engineering Dover, DE Pop. 39,403

Electrical Engineer Salary in Dover, Delaware

The median electrical engineer salary in Dover, DE is $100,426 per year, which is 4% below the national median and 5% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$100,426
vs State Avg
$-5,230
vs National
$-4,184
Cost of Living
96%

Electrical Engineer Salary in Dover by Experience

In Dover, an entry-level electrical engineer earns around $65,280, while experienced professionals earn up to $148,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$65,280
$-2,720 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$101,760
$-4,240 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$148,800
$-6,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Dover, DE

Percentile Dover
10th Percentile $63,360
25th Percentile $79,680
Median (50th) $100,426
75th Percentile $126,720
90th Percentile $155,520

Electrical Engineer Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$109,841
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$106,702
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$103,564
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$102,518
Pop. 22,350

How to Become a Electrical Engineer in Dover

Education

Most electrical engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Dover and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Circuit DesignMATLABPCB DesignPower SystemsControl SystemsEmbedded Systems

Job Outlook

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