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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.

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

RankOccupationCategoryMedian salaryHourly
21Public Relations ManagersManagement$153K$73.56/hr
22Industrial Production ManagersManagement$153K$73.56/hr
23PharmacistsHealthcare$153K$73.5/hr
24Computer Network ArchitectsTechnology$148K$71.34/hr
25Database ArchitectsTechnology$148K$71.06/hr
26Transportation, Storage, and Distribution ManagersManagement$145K$69.71/hr
27Administrative Services ManagersManagement$140K$67.27/hr
28Financial Risk SpecialistsBusiness & Finance$139K$67.04/hr
29Physician AssistantsHealthcare$139K$67/hr
30Computer Occupations, All OtherTechnology$137K$66.09/hr

Affordability snapshot: Delaware

These are statewide averages. Costs vary widely between metros, click into a specific city for precise numbers.

Cost of living vs. national average-2.5% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,448/mo

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