Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Delaware | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $100,220 | $102,499 | -2% |
| Median hourly wage | $48.18 | $49.28 | -2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $100,421.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Civil Engineer in Delaware is $100,220, or about $48.18 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Civil Engineers is $102,499. Delaware is -2% below the national median.
Entry-level civil engineers in Delaware typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 920 civil engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $100,220, Delaware offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.