Engineering Middletown, DE Pop. 22,350

Mechanical Engineer Salary in Middletown, Delaware

The median mechanical engineer salary in Middletown, DE is $94,384 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 3% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$94,384
vs State Avg
$-2,889
vs National
$-1,926
Cost of Living
98%

Mechanical Engineer Salary in Middletown by Experience

In Middletown, an entry-level mechanical engineer earns around $63,700, while experienced professionals earn up to $135,240 per year. The local cost of living index is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$63,700
$-1,300 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$94,080
$-1,920 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$135,240
$-2,760 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Middletown, DE

Percentile Middletown
10th Percentile $62,132
25th Percentile $77,224
Median (50th) $94,384
75th Percentile $117,208
90th Percentile $143,276

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
Dover, DE
$92,458
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Mechanical Engineer in Middletown

Education

Most mechanical engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Middletown 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 Middletown may vary based on local industry and population growth.