Dialysis Technician Salary in Delaware: $42,735 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Delaware's 6 metropolitan areas, the average median dialysis technician pay sits at $42,735/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-2099. Because Delaware sits at BEA RPP 101.7 (2% above the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $42,021 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Wilmington ($44,188), Newark ($42,325), Dover ($42,216).
In 2026, dialysis technicians in Delaware are projected to earn an average median salary of $42,736, which is approximately 5.7% lower than the national median of $45,322. The highest paying city in the state is Wilmington, where technicians can expect to earn $45,253, while the lowest salaries are in Middletown at $40,309, reflecting a salary gap of $4,944. This difference is influenced by factors such as the cost of living, local demand for healthcare services, and the concentration of dialysis centers in each city. Delaware requires technicians to have specific state licensing, which ensures that professionals meet necessary standards to operate within the healthcare system. The demand for dialysis technicians is driven by factors such as an aging population and increasing prevalence of chronic kidney conditions. With a projected annual compound growth rate of 2.41%, the job market for dialysis technicians in Delaware is steady, indicating ongoing opportunities for employment in this field. Other cities with competitive salaries include Newark at $43,345, Dover at $43,233, Bear at $41,808, and Smyrna at $40,417. This provides a range of options for technicians seeking employment throughout the state.
Delaware Dialysis Technician Salary Range
Overall salary range in Delaware: $32,003 (lowest entry-level) to $70,142 (highest top earner)
Delaware vs National Average
Delaware dialysis technicians earn 5.71% less than the national median ($-2,587/year difference).
Delaware Dialysis Technician Salary Distribution (2026)
Dialysis Technician salaries in Delaware range from $33,275 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $66,239 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $42,735. The Delaware median is $2,587 below the US national median of $45,322. The average hourly rate is $20.55/hr. Approximately 39 dialysis technicians are employed across 6 cities.
2021 BLS Actual
$45,790
2025 BLS Actual
$41,730
2026 Current Est.
$42,735
2021–2027 Growth
+-4.4%
Salary Trajectory for Dialysis Technicians in Delaware (2021–2027)
2021–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 2.41% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $45,790 | Actual |
| 2022 | $47,460 | Actual |
| 2023 | $39,390 | Actual |
| 2024 | $45,462 | Actual |
| 2025 | $41,730 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $42,735 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $43,765 | Projected |
Based on 5 years of BLS OEWS data for the Delaware metropolitan area, the median dialysis technician salary grew -8.9% from $45,790 (2021) to $41,730 (2025). At a 2.41% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $43,765 by 2027 — a total increase of $-2,025 (-4.42%) from 2021.
Note: Historical values (2021–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Delaware metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 2.41% CAGR derived from 5-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Delaware
Lowest Paying Cities in Delaware
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Middletown | $40,309 |
| Smyrna | $40,417 |
| Bear | $41,808 |
| Dover | $43,233 |
| Newark | $43,345 |
Best Value Cities for Dialysis Technicians in Delaware
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Delaware cities offer the most purchasing power for dialysis technicians.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmington | $45,253 | 101.7 | $44,497 |
| Newark | $43,345 | 101.7 | $42,620 |
| Dover | $43,233 | 101.7 | $42,510 |
| Bear | $41,808 | 101.7 | $41,109 |
| Smyrna | $40,417 | 101.7 | $39,741 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Delaware
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $33,275 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $42,735 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $66,239 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Delaware metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 6 Cities in Delaware
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wilmington | $45,253 |
| 2 | Newark | $43,345 |
| 3 | Dover | $43,233 |
| 4 | Bear | $41,808 |
| 5 | Smyrna | $40,417 |
| 6 | Middletown | $40,309 |
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Written by Jessica Tran, CCRN
Career Analyst
Jessica has over 10 years as a dialysis technician. She specializes in chronic kidney disease management. She works at a community hospital.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 2.41% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 dialysis technician compensation across Delaware. State averages are employment-weighted across 6 metro areas — larger metro areas with more dialysis technicianscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 4-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.41%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for dialysis technicians (SOC 29-2099).
Compiled and verified by Jessica Tran, CCRN, a licensed dialysis technician with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov