Delaware Salary & Tax Calculator 2026
See median salaries by occupation in Delaware and calculate take-home pay after federal, state, and payroll taxes. Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and 2026 tax tables.
Top-paying occupations in Delaware
All salaries in Delaware by occupation
| Occupation | Median salary | Growth outlook | Typical education | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $142,845 | +5% (2023-2033, about average) | Juris Doctor (JD) degree + state bar license | Take-home pay → |
| Marketing Manager | $137,239 | +6% (2023-2033, faster than average) | Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, communications, or related | Take-home pay → |
| Pharmacist | $133,309 | -3% (2023-2033, slight decline due to mail-order and automation) | Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) + state license | Take-home pay → |
| Software Developer | $129,625 | +17% (2023-2033, much faster than average) | Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field | Take-home pay → |
| Data Scientist | $105,860 | +36% (2023-2033, much faster than average — fastest-growing BLS-tracked occupation) | Bachelor's or master's degree in data science, computer science, statistics, or related | Take-home pay → |
| Financial Analyst | $97,892 | +9% (2023-2033, much faster than average) | Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field | Take-home pay → |
| Physical Therapist | $97,716 | +14% (2023-2033, much faster than average) | Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree | Take-home pay → |
| Mechanical Engineer | $97,520 | +11% (2023-2033, much faster than average) | Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering + state PE license | Take-home pay → |
| Operations Manager | $96,138 | +6% (2023-2033, faster than average) | Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, or related | Take-home pay → |
| Civil Engineer | $93,580 | +5% (2023-2033, about average) | Bachelor's degree in civil engineering + state PE license | Take-home pay → |
| Web Developer or Digital Interface Designer | $89,111 | +8% (2023-2033, faster than average) | Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent experience | Take-home pay → |
| Registered Nurse | $84,349 | +6% (2023-2033, faster than average) | Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) and RN licensure | Take-home pay → |
| Accountant or Auditor | $78,282 | +6% (2023-2033, faster than average) | Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field; CPA preferred | Take-home pay → |
| Human Resources Specialist | $66,297 | +6% (2023-2033, faster than average) | Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or related field | Take-home pay → |
| Plumber | $61,103 | +6% (2023-2033, faster than average) | High school diploma + apprenticeship (typically 4-5 years) | Take-home pay → |
| Electrician | $60,358 | +11% (2023-2033, much faster than average) | High school diploma + apprenticeship (typically 4 years) | Take-home pay → |
| Paralegal or Legal Assistant | $59,790 | +1% (2023-2033, little or no change) | Associate's degree in paralegal studies or bachelor's degree + certificate | Take-home pay → |
| HVAC Mechanic | $58,614 | +6% (2023-2033, faster than average) | High school diploma + apprenticeship or postsecondary program | Take-home pay → |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver | $53,234 | +4% (2023-2033, about average) | High school diploma + CDL (Commercial Driver's License) | Take-home pay → |
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