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Environmental Scientist Salary in Bear, Delaware

The median environmental scientist salary in Bear, DE is $75,765 per year, which is 1% below the national median and 2% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$75,765
vs State Avg
$-1,530
vs National
$-765
Cost of Living
99%

Environmental Scientist Salary in Bear by Experience

In Bear, an entry-level environmental scientist earns around $49,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $118,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 99% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$49,500
$-500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$77,220
$-780 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$118,800
$-1,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Bear, DE

Percentile Bear
10th Percentile $47,520
25th Percentile $58,410
Median (50th) $75,765
75th Percentile $98,010
90th Percentile $124,740

Environmental Scientist Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$80,357
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$78,061
Pop. 33,398
Middletown, DE
$74,999
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$73,469
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Environmental Scientist in Bear

Education

Most environmental scientist positions require a bachelor's degree. Bear and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Environmental SamplingGISData AnalysisEnvironmental LawReport WritingField Research

Job Outlook

Nationally, environmental scientist 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.