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Economists Salary in Delaware

Economists in Delaware earn a median of $159,120 a year, +28% compared with the U.S. median.

Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers

Median pay
$159,120
vs. U.S. median
+28% ($124,720)
Rank among states
3 of 40
Jobs in the state
70

Pay range in Delaware

The lowest-paid 10% earn under $74,690; the top 10% earn over $214,000. Nationally the range is $67,360 to $238,060.

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How much do economists make in Delaware?

The median is $159,120 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $74,690 and the top 10% earn over $214,000. BLS OEWS May 2025.

Is Delaware a good state for economists?

On pay alone it ranks 3 of 40 (+28% vs. the national median of $124,720). Living costs are not included.

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Sources. Pay and employment: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (national and state files). Pay is not adjusted for living costs. Data Sources & Licenses