Top Paying Jobs in Delaware
Delaware has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 78,310 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Dermatologists ($442,120), Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($324,080), Physicians, All Other ($297,470). The cost of living index is 97.51 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,448/month.
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State-level averages. Salaries, rent, and cost of living vary significantly between metros. For more accurate data, select a metro area from the list below or browse all metros.
$136K
Avg. median salary
97.51
Cost of living index
$1,448
Median 2BR rent
1,031,890
Population
Highest paying careers in Delaware
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Training and Development Managers | Management | $172K | $82.86/hr |
| 12 | Podiatrists | Healthcare | $171K | $82/hr |
| 13 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | Management | $169K | $81.01/hr |
| 14 | Managers, All Other | Management | $168K | $80.8/hr |
| 15 | Sales Engineers | Sales | $167K | $80.38/hr |
| 16 | Compensation and Benefits Managers | Management | $166K | $79.84/hr |
| 17 | Commercial Pilots | Transportation | $164K | N/A |
| 18 | Optometrists | Healthcare | $161K | $77.54/hr |
| 19 | Economists | Science | $159K | $76.5/hr |
| 20 | Human Resources Managers | Management | $154K | $73.99/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Delaware
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Cost of living vs. national average-2.5% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,448/mo
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