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Geologist Salary in Newark, Delaware

The median geologist salary in Newark, DE is $85,354 per year, which is 2.0% above the national median and 1.0% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$85,354
vs State Avg
+$837
vs National
+$1,674
Cost of Living
102%

Geologist Salary in Newark by Experience

In Newark, an entry-level geologist earns around $55,080, while experienced professionals earn up to $142,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 102% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$55,080
+$1,080 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$86,700
+$1,700 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$142,800
+$2,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Newark, DE

Percentile Newark
10th Percentile $52,020
25th Percentile $64,260
Median (50th) $85,354
75th Percentile $114,240
90th Percentile $150,960

Geologist Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$87,864
Pop. 70,898
Bear, DE
$82,843
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$82,006
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$80,333
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Geologist in Newark

Education

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

Key Skills

Field GeologyGISRock AnalysisStratigraphyEnvironmental AssessmentTechnical Writing

Job Outlook

Nationally, geologist employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Newark may vary based on local industry and population growth.