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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$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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51 | Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $127K | N/A |
| 52 | Mechanical Engineers | Engineering | $125K | $60.16/hr |
| 53 | Personal Financial Advisors | Business & Finance | $125K | $60.12/hr |
| 54 | Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $124K | N/A |
| 55 | Project Management Specialists | Business & Finance | $122K | $58.75/hr |
| 56 | Detectives and Criminal Investigators | Public Safety | $122K | $58.68/hr |
| 57 | Industrial Engineers | Engineering | $120K | $57.79/hr |
| 58 | Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors | Engineering | $118K | $56.94/hr |
| 59 | Biological Scientists, All Other | Science | $113K | $54.52/hr |
| 60 | Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | Science | $113K | $54.35/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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