Media & Communications Wilmington, DE Pop. 70,898

Social Media Manager Salary in Wilmington, Delaware

The median social media manager salary in Wilmington, DE is $68,250 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 4.0% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$68,250
vs State Avg
+$2,600
vs National
+$3,250
Cost of Living
105%

Social Media Manager Salary in Wilmington by Experience

In Wilmington, an entry-level social media manager earns around $42,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $113,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$42,000
+$2,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$70,350
+$3,350 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$113,400
+$5,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Wilmington, DE

Percentile Wilmington
10th Percentile $39,900
25th Percentile $52,500
Median (50th) $68,250
75th Percentile $92,400
90th Percentile $120,750

Social Media Manager Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Newark, DE
$66,300
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$64,350
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$63,700
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$62,400
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Social Media Manager in Wilmington

Education

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

Key Skills

Content CreationAnalyticsPlatform ManagementCopywritingCommunity ManagementPaid Social

Job Outlook

Nationally, social media manager employment is projected to grow 10% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Wilmington may vary based on local industry and population growth.