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Ironworker Salary in Newark, Delaware

The median ironworker salary in Newark, DE is $58,650 per year, which is 2.0% above the national median and 1.0% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$58,650
vs State Avg
+$575
vs National
+$1,150
Cost of Living
102%

Ironworker Salary in Newark by Experience

In Newark, an entry-level ironworker earns around $38,760, while experienced professionals earn up to $89,760 per year. The local cost of living index is 102% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$38,760
+$760 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$59,160
+$1,160 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$89,760
+$1,760 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Newark, DE

Percentile Newark
10th Percentile $36,720
25th Percentile $44,880
Median (50th) $58,650
75th Percentile $76,500
90th Percentile $93,840

Ironworker Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$60,375
Pop. 70,898
Bear, DE
$56,925
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$56,350
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$55,200
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Ironworker in Newark

Education

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