Engineering Wilmington, DE Pop. 70,898

Marine Engineer Salary in Wilmington, Delaware

The median marine engineer salary in Wilmington, DE is $101,756 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 4.0% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$101,756
vs State Avg
+$3,877
vs National
+$4,846
Cost of Living
105%

Marine Engineer Salary in Wilmington by Experience

In Wilmington, an entry-level marine engineer earns around $65,100, while experienced professionals earn up to $152,250 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$65,100
+$3,100 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$102,900
+$4,900 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$152,250
+$7,250 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Wilmington, DE

Percentile Wilmington
10th Percentile $60,900
25th Percentile $79,800
Median (50th) $101,756
75th Percentile $130,200
90th Percentile $159,600

Marine Engineer Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Newark, DE
$98,848
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$95,941
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$94,972
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$93,034
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Marine Engineer in Wilmington

Education

Most marine engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Wilmington and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Naval ArchitectureMarine SystemsCADPropulsionMaritime LawProject Management

Job Outlook

Nationally, marine engineer 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.