2026 Per Diem Calculator for Delaware
When traveling for business in Delaware, here are the per diem rates you’re allowed for hotels, meals, and incidentals.
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Per Diem Rates for Lodging in Delaware
The General Services Administration set the per diem rates on a monthly basis for all destinations in Delaware. Here are the per diem rates that apply in Delaware when you travel there for business.
City | County | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Standard Rate | Applies for all locations without specified rates | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 |
Lewes | Sussex | $124 | $124 | $124 | $124 | $124 | $221 | $221 | $221 | $124 | $124 | $124 | $124 |
Wilmington | New Castle | $127 | $127 | $127 | $127 | $127 | $127 | $127 | $127 | $127 | $127 | $127 | $127 |
Per Diem Rates for Meals and Incidentals in Delaware
City | County | Lodging | Meals & Incidentals rate | Trip totals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Standard Rate | Applies for all locations without specified rates | $110 | $73 | $183 |
Lewes | Sussex | $148 | $79 | $227 |
Wilmington | New Castle | $127 | $79 | $206 |
Frequently visited states for business
Planning a business trip to Delaware
Per diem rates in Delaware can differ by destination and, in some markets, by month. Before booking, compare the city rate in this calculator with your company’s corporate travel policy—including any hotel cap, booking-channel rule, or approval requirement.
Where business travelers stay in Delaware
For a trip involving Wilmington, Dover, and Newark, compare the city-specific rate with the meeting address, arrival time, and ground-transport plan; the most practical hotel is not always the lowest-priced option.
Conferences, meetings, and company offsites
When an agenda combines client meetings, a conference, or an offsite in Delaware, choose the rate for the actual overnight location rather than a nearby market. Confirm the venue, airport, and hotel plan before the trip so attendees are working from the same assumptions.
Using per diem and documenting expenses
Per diem is an allowance framework, not a substitute for an employer’s rules. Treat each qualifying business expense according to your policy, retain supporting documentation when required, and submit an expense report with the business purpose and trip details your organization requests.
Top Industries:
- Chemical Manufacturing: Home to DuPont, a major player in chemical production headquartered in Wilmington.
- Finance and Banking: Major financial services hub, with large institutions operating in Wilmington.
- Healthcare: Growing sector with major hospitals and medical research facilities.
- Pharmaceuticals: Significant presence of drug manufacturing and biotech companies.
- Agriculture: Poultry farming is particularly prominent in the state.
- Technology: Increasing focus on IT and software development with growing tech companies.
- Education: Strong higher education institutions, including the University of Delaware.
- Tourism: Beaches and historical sites attract many visitors, including Rehoboth Beach and Dover.
- Legal Services: Known for corporate law and business incorporation services.
- Retail: Tax-free shopping attracts shoppers from neighboring states.
Some of the Biggest Companies:
- DuPont (Wilmington): Leading chemical company with a range of products in science and technology.
- Navient Corporation (Wilmington): Provides asset management and business processing services.
- Chemours (Wilmington): Specializes in titanium technologies and chemical solutions.
- Incyte Corporation (Wilmington): Biopharmaceutical company focusing on cancer treatments.
- WSFS Financial Corporation (Wilmington): Regional bank offering a variety of financial services.
- Sallie Mae (Newark): Provider of student loans and related financial services.
