Delaware wages
South region · all-occupation average · gross annual wage · BLS OEWS May 2024
Across all occupations, Delaware has a median annual wage of $51,030 and a mean of $67,640 (BLS OEWS, May 2024) — +3.1% versus the $49,500 US median. That makes it #18 of 51 states by mean wage. About 476,450 people are employed here. The highest-paying tracked job in Delaware is Family Medicine Physicians ($235,960 median). Wages are gross (pre-tax) and vary by employer and experience.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024. Data as of OEWS May 2024 (BLS), retrieved June 2026.
Common jobs in Delaware: pay vs the US
Median annual wage in Delaware for widely-searched occupations, next to the national median:
| Occupation | Delaware median | US median | Delaware jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developers | $135,160 | $133,080 | 3,850 |
| Registered Nurses | $92,610 | $93,600 | 13,260 |
| Electricians | $62,970 | $62,350 | 2,220 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $58,510 | $57,440 | 5,950 |
| Accountants and Auditors | $84,560 | $81,680 | 6,120 |
| Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | $66,390 | $62,340 | 2,540 |
| Lawyers | $172,710 | $151,160 | 2,970 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $64,300 | $62,970 | 1,570 |
| Pharmacists | $140,470 | $137,480 | 790 |
| Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers | $83,230 | $76,290 | 1,790 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024. Data as of OEWS May 2024 (BLS), retrieved June 2026.
Software Developers · Registered Nurses · Electricians · Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers · Accountants and Auditors · Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education · Lawyers · Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters · Pharmacists · Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers
Highest-paying tracked jobs in Delaware
The best-paid of the 124 curated occupations in Delaware, by median wage:
| # | Occupation | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Family Medicine Physicians | $235,960 | $238,210 |
| 2 | Dentists, General | $224,690 | $228,740 |
| 3 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $180,960 | $194,130 |
| 4 | Financial Managers | $180,050 | $196,990 |
| 5 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $173,910 | $174,410 |
| 6 | Lawyers | $172,710 | $196,880 |
| 7 | Public Relations Managers | $154,200 | $160,060 |
| 8 | General Internal Medicine Physicians | $153,600 | $205,520 |
| 9 | Database Architects | $146,430 | $150,060 |
| 10 | Human Resources Managers | $145,630 | $154,060 |
| 11 | Pharmacists | $140,470 | $138,860 |
| 12 | Physician Assistants | $138,720 | $140,450 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024. Data as of OEWS May 2024 (BLS), retrieved June 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average wage in Delaware?
The median annual wage across all occupations in Delaware is $51,030 and the mean is $67,640 (BLS OEWS, May 2024), which is +3.1% versus the US median of $49,500. Delaware ranks #18 of 51 states by mean wage.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Delaware?
Among tracked occupations, the highest-paying in Delaware include Family Medicine Physicians ($235,960), Dentists, General ($224,690), Computer and Information Systems Managers ($180,960). See the full list on this page.
Are Delaware wages before or after tax?
These are gross wages from the BLS OEWS survey, before income and payroll tax. Delaware's state income tax (if any), federal tax and deductions reduce take-home pay. Use a paycheck calculator for after-tax figures.
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Sources & accuracy
Wages: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024, gross annual wages, U.S. public domain, retrieved June 2026. These are statewide survey estimates before tax; pay varies by metro, employer and experience, and cost of living differs widely within Delaware. Information only, not financial advice. See our methodology.
Last updated: 2026-06-20