As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Wastewater Engineer in Bear, DE is $53,124, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,022 weekly, or $4,427 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Wastewater Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Wastewater Engineer in Bear, DE vary widely, spanning from $43,736 to $62,646. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($48,210) and 75th percentile ($58,108), while top earners (90th percentile) make $62,646 per year. This $9,898 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Environmental Science, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Bear Wastewater Engineer often earn 0.1% higher than national averages. However, Bear currently ranks 293 statewide for Wastewater Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Wastewater Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Wastewater Engineer Salary $43,736 Bear, DE June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Wastewater Engineer Salary $48,210 Bear, DE June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Wastewater Engineer Salary $53,124 Bear, DE June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Wastewater Engineer Salary $58,108 Bear, DE June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Wastewater Engineer Salary $62,646 Bear, DE June 01, 2026
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    Wastewater Engineer

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Waste Water Treatment Technician II

    1 - 3 years experience
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About Bear, Delaware    Bear is a census-designated place (CDP) in New Castle County, Delaware, United States. The population was 19,371 at the 2010 census. Originally a sma....More

Bear, Delaware  area prices were up 1.0% from a year ago

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