Trades & Labor Middletown, DE Pop. 22,350

Ironworker Salary in Middletown, Delaware

The median ironworker salary in Middletown, DE is $56,350 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 3% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$56,350
vs State Avg
$-1,725
vs National
$-1,150
Cost of Living
98%

Ironworker Salary in Middletown by Experience

In Middletown, an entry-level ironworker earns around $37,240, while experienced professionals earn up to $86,240 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$37,240
$-760 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$56,840
$-1,160 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$86,240
$-1,760 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Middletown, DE

Percentile Middletown
10th Percentile $35,280
25th Percentile $43,120
Median (50th) $56,350
75th Percentile $73,500
90th Percentile $90,160

Ironworker Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$60,375
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$58,650
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$56,925
Pop. 21,000
Dover, DE
$55,200
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Ironworker in Middletown

Education

Most ironworker positions require a high school diploma + apprenticeship. Middletown 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 Middletown may vary based on local industry and population growth.