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Epidemiologist Salary in Delaware

The median epidemiologist salary in Delaware is $79,305 per year, which is 1.0% above the national median of $78,520.

Median Salary
$79,305
vs National
+$785
State Rank
#15 of 50
Cost of Living
101%

Epidemiologist Salary in Delaware by Experience

In Delaware, an entry-level epidemiologist earns around $52,520, while experienced professionals earn up to $121,200 per year. The cost of living index in Delaware is 101% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$52,520
+$520 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$80,800
+$800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$121,200
+$1,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Delaware

Percentile DE Salary
10th Percentile $50,500
25th Percentile $62,620
Median (50th) $79,305
75th Percentile $102,010
90th Percentile $127,260

Epidemiologist Salary by City in Delaware

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

Wilmington, DE
$82,446
Pop. 70,898 · COL 105%
Dover, DE
$75,379
Pop. 39,403 · COL 96%
Newark, DE
$80,090
Pop. 33,398 · COL 102%
Middletown, DE
$76,950
Pop. 22,350 · COL 98%
Bear, DE
$77,735
Pop. 21,000 · COL 99%

How to Become a Epidemiologist in Delaware

Education

Most epidemiologist positions require a master's degree. Delaware has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

EpidemiologyBiostatisticsSAS/RDisease SurveillanceResearch MethodsPublic Health

Job Outlook in Delaware

Nationally, epidemiologist employment is projected to grow 27% over the next decade (much faster than average). Delaware's demand may vary based on local industry trends.