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Esthetician Salary in Wilmington, Delaware

The median esthetician salary in Wilmington, DE is $40,110 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 4.0% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$40,110
vs State Avg
+$1,528
vs National
+$1,910
Cost of Living
105%

Esthetician Salary in Wilmington by Experience

In Wilmington, an entry-level esthetician earns around $27,300, while experienced professionals earn up to $65,100 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$27,300
+$1,300 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$40,950
+$1,950 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$65,100
+$3,100 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Wilmington, DE

Percentile Wilmington
10th Percentile $25,200
25th Percentile $31,500
Median (50th) $40,110
75th Percentile $54,600
90th Percentile $68,250

Esthetician Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Newark, DE
$38,964
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$37,818
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$37,436
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$36,672
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Esthetician in Wilmington

Education

Most esthetician positions require a postsecondary nondegree award. Wilmington and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

SkincareFacial TreatmentsProduct KnowledgeClient ConsultationSanitationAnatomy

Job Outlook

Nationally, esthetician employment is projected to grow 17% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Wilmington may vary based on local industry and population growth.