Agriculture & Environment Wilmington, DE Pop. 70,898

Forester Salary in Wilmington, Delaware

The median forester salary in Wilmington, DE is $66,980 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 4.0% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$66,980
vs State Avg
+$2,552
vs National
+$3,190
Cost of Living
105%

Forester Salary in Wilmington by Experience

In Wilmington, an entry-level forester earns around $46,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $99,750 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$46,200
+$2,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$68,250
+$3,250 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$99,750
+$4,750 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Wilmington, DE

Percentile Wilmington
10th Percentile $44,100
25th Percentile $53,550
Median (50th) $66,980
75th Percentile $86,100
90th Percentile $107,100

Forester Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Newark, DE
$65,066
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$63,152
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$62,514
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$61,238
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Forester in Wilmington

Education

Most forester positions require a bachelor's degree. Wilmington and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Forest ManagementGIS/GPSTimber CruisingEcologyFire ManagementEnvironmental Law

Job Outlook

Nationally, forester employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Wilmington may vary based on local industry and population growth.