Trades & Labor Bear, DE Pop. 21,000

Ironworker Salary in Bear, Delaware

The median ironworker salary in Bear, DE is $56,925 per year, which is 1% below the national median and 2% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$56,925
vs State Avg
$-1,150
vs National
$-575
Cost of Living
99%

Ironworker Salary in Bear by Experience

In Bear, an entry-level ironworker earns around $37,620, while experienced professionals earn up to $87,120 per year. The local cost of living index is 99% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$37,620
$-380 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$57,420
$-580 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$87,120
$-880 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Bear, DE

Percentile Bear
10th Percentile $35,640
25th Percentile $43,560
Median (50th) $56,925
75th Percentile $74,250
90th Percentile $91,080

Ironworker Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$60,375
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$58,650
Pop. 33,398
Middletown, DE
$56,350
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$55,200
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Ironworker in Bear

Education

Most ironworker positions require a high school diploma + apprenticeship. Bear and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Structural SteelWeldingBlueprint ReadingRiggingSafety/Fall ProtectionPhysical Stamina

Job Outlook

Nationally, ironworker employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Bear may vary based on local industry and population growth.