Trades & Labor Bear, DE Pop. 21,000

Electrician Salary in Bear, Delaware

The median electrician salary in Bear, DE is $59,638 per year, which is 1% below the national median and 2% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$59,638
vs State Avg
$-1,204
vs National
$-602
Cost of Living
99%

Electrician Salary in Bear by Experience

In Bear, an entry-level electrician earns around $34,650, while experienced professionals earn up to $94,050 per year. The local cost of living index is 99% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$34,650
$-350 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$61,380
$-620 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$94,050
$-950 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Bear, DE

Percentile Bear
10th Percentile $37,026
25th Percentile $46,134
Median (50th) $59,638
75th Percentile $78,606
90th Percentile $99,198

Electrician Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$63,252
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$61,445
Pop. 33,398
Middletown, DE
$59,035
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$57,830
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Electrician in Bear

Education

Most electrician positions require a high school diploma + apprenticeship. Bear and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Electrical SystemsBlueprint ReadingNEC CodeTroubleshootingSafety ProtocolsPower Tools

Job Outlook

Nationally, electrician employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Bear may vary based on local industry and population growth.