Engineering Dover, DE Pop. 39,403

Mechanical Engineer Salary in Dover, Delaware

The median mechanical engineer salary in Dover, DE is $92,458 per year, which is 4% below the national median and 4.9% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$92,458
vs State Avg
$-4,815
vs National
$-3,852
Cost of Living
96%

Mechanical Engineer Salary in Dover by Experience

In Dover, an entry-level mechanical engineer earns around $62,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $132,480 per year. The local cost of living index is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$62,400
$-2,600 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$92,160
$-3,840 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$132,480
$-5,520 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Dover, DE

Percentile Dover
10th Percentile $60,864
25th Percentile $75,648
Median (50th) $92,458
75th Percentile $114,816
90th Percentile $140,352

Mechanical Engineer Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$101,126
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$98,236
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$95,347
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$94,384
Pop. 22,350

How to Become a Mechanical Engineer in Dover

Education

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

Key Skills

SolidWorks/CADThermodynamicsFEAManufacturingMaterials SciencePE License

Job Outlook

Nationally, mechanical engineer employment is projected to grow 2% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Dover may vary based on local industry and population growth.