Technology Wilmington, DE Pop. 70,898

Game Developer Salary in Wilmington, Delaware

The median game developer salary in Wilmington, DE is $89,250 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 4.0% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$89,250
vs State Avg
+$3,400
vs National
+$4,250
Cost of Living
105%

Game Developer Salary in Wilmington by Experience

In Wilmington, an entry-level game developer earns around $52,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $155,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$52,500
+$2,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$91,350
+$4,350 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$155,400
+$7,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Wilmington, DE

Percentile Wilmington
10th Percentile $50,400
25th Percentile $68,250
Median (50th) $89,250
75th Percentile $126,000
90th Percentile $162,750

Game Developer Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Newark, DE
$86,700
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$84,150
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$83,300
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$81,600
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Game Developer in Wilmington

Education

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

Key Skills

C++Unity/Unreal3D MathGame PhysicsGPU ProgrammingVersion Control

Job Outlook

Nationally, game developer employment is projected to grow 10% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Wilmington may vary based on local industry and population growth.