Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 49-3051. Rank and differences are derived from published figures. How we use it.
How Delaware compares
Delaware's median is $60,230, $2,680 (4.7%) above the U.S. median. It ranks 15th, mid-table among the 50 states and territories with data.
The top 10% earn $70,790 or more and the bottom 10% under $39,750. That range is narrower than the national one.
About 130 marine mechanics work in Delaware, 0.6% of the U.S. total. For the size of its workforce, Delaware has 1.8 times as many marine mechanics as the U.S. average.
Pay distribution: Delaware vs. United States
Delaware median $60,230
United States median $57,550
- 10th–90th percentile
- 25th–75th percentile
- Median
| Measure | Delaware annual | Delaware hourly | U.S. annual | U.S. hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $39,750 | $19.11 | $36,950 | $17.76 |
| 25th percentile | $47,830 | $23.00 | $46,750 | $22.48 |
| Median (50th) | $60,230 | $28.96 | $57,550 | $27.67 |
| 75th percentile | $65,050 | $31.27 | $66,620 | $32.03 |
| 90th percentile | $70,790 | $34.04 | $79,330 | $38.14 |
| Mean (average) | $57,280 | $27.54 | $58,070 | $27.92 |
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Questions about marine mechanic pay in Delaware
How much does a marine mechanic make in Delaware?
The median is $60,230 a year, or $28.96 an hour (May 2025). The average is $57,280.
Is Delaware a good state for marine mechanic pay?
It ranks 15th of 50, 4.7% above the U.S. median. Living costs are not factored in, so compare with what housing costs where you would work.
How many marine mechanics work in Delaware?
About 130.