Trades & Labor Wilmington, DE Pop. 70,898

Ironworker Salary in Wilmington, Delaware

The median ironworker salary in Wilmington, DE is $60,375 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 4.0% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$60,375
vs State Avg
+$2,300
vs National
+$2,875
Cost of Living
105%

Ironworker Salary in Wilmington by Experience

In Wilmington, an entry-level ironworker earns around $39,900, while experienced professionals earn up to $92,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$39,900
+$1,900 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$60,900
+$2,900 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$92,400
+$4,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Wilmington, DE

Percentile Wilmington
10th Percentile $37,800
25th Percentile $46,200
Median (50th) $60,375
75th Percentile $78,750
90th Percentile $96,600

Ironworker Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Newark, DE
$58,650
Pop. 33,398
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 Wilmington

Education

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