Automotive & Maintenance Wilmington, DE Pop. 70,898

Maintenance Worker Salary in Wilmington, Delaware

The median maintenance worker salary in Wilmington, DE is $45,360 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 4.0% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$45,360
vs State Avg
+$1,728
vs National
+$2,160
Cost of Living
105%

Maintenance Worker Salary in Wilmington by Experience

In Wilmington, an entry-level maintenance worker earns around $31,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $66,150 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$31,500
+$1,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$46,200
+$2,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$66,150
+$3,150 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Wilmington, DE

Percentile Wilmington
10th Percentile $29,400
25th Percentile $35,700
Median (50th) $45,360
75th Percentile $57,750
90th Percentile $70,350

Maintenance Worker Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Newark, DE
$44,064
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$42,768
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$42,336
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$41,472
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Maintenance Worker in Wilmington

Education

Most maintenance worker positions require a high school diploma. Wilmington and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

General RepairPlumbing BasicsElectrical BasicsHVAC BasicsPaintingSafety

Job Outlook

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