What are the main factors that influence a Pastor's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Pastor's salary?

A Pastor's salary grows with experience: starting around $103,825 for beginners, reaching about $107,307 at mid-level, and approach $114,420 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Pastor?

Pastor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pastor roles are District of Columbia $120,834, California $120,376, Massachusetts $118,772. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Pastor roles make?

Salaries for Pastor level roles vary by specialization: Executive Pastor: $112,914; Worship Pastor: $112,473; Lead Pastor: $109,190; Senior Pastor: $109,180; Youth Pastor: $107,171.

Pastor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Pastor make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pastor in Delaware is $110,521 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

However, a Pastor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $139,880
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $92,577 to $125,889
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76,240

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Pastor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$125,889	$10,491	$2,421	$61
Average	$110,521	$9,210	$2,125	$53
25th Percentile	$92,577	$7,715	$1,780	$45

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Key Factors That Influence Pastor Salaries

A Pastor's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Pastor	$103,825
Intermediate Level Pastor	$104,629
Senior Level Pastor	$107,307
Specialist Level Pastor	$110,521
Expert Level Pastor	$114,420

How Do Pastor Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Pastors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $120,834.
California: $120,376.
Massachusetts: $118,772.

District of Columbia $120,834 California $120,376 Massachusetts $118,772 Washington $118,335 New Jersey $118,291 Alaska $118,139 Connecticut $116,633 New York $116,021

Hawaii $114,068 Rhode Island $113,151 Maryland $112,529 Minnesota $111,678 Colorado $111,350 Illinois $111,241 Oregon $110,827 Delaware $110,521

New Hampshire $110,329 Virginia $109,899 Pennsylvania $108,644 Nevada $108,011 North Dakota $107,804 Michigan $107,476 Wisconsin $107,356 Vermont $107,116

Texas $106,450 Maine $106,407 Arizona $106,341 Ohio $106,265 Georgia $105,261 Indiana $104,759 Wyoming $104,660 Utah $104,508

Iowa $104,442 Kansas $103,918 Louisiana $103,766 North Carolina $103,711 Missouri $103,689 Florida $103,264 Montana $103,034 Nebraska $102,816

Kentucky $102,696 South Carolina $102,259 Tennessee $101,987 Idaho $101,878 New Mexico $101,081 Oklahoma $100,906 Alabama $100,262 South Dakota $99,182

Arkansas $98,593 West Virginia $98,276 Mississippi $97,327

Top Paying Cities for Pastors

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $114,384
Little Creek: $113,326
Magnolia: $113,795

Lincoln, DE $114,384 Little Creek, DE $113,326 Magnolia, DE $113,795 Milford, DE $114,384 Marydel, DE $112,900 Millsboro, DE $114,384 Millville, DE $115,148 Milton, DE $114,384

Nassau, DE $114,384 Ocean View, DE $115,148 Rehoboth Beach, DE $115,148 Seaford, DE $113,184 Selbyville, DE $115,148 Smyrna, DE $112,769 Viola, DE $113,795 Woodside, DE $113,468

Bear, DE $111,940 Newark, DE $111,983 Claymont, DE $112,071 Delaware City, DE $111,983 Hockessin, DE $112,071 Kirkwood, DE $111,983 Middletown, DE $112,540 Montchanin, DE $112,071

New Castle, DE $112,071 Odessa, DE $112,693 Port Penn, DE $111,678 Rockland, DE $112,071 Saint Georges, DE $111,983 Townsend, DE $112,529 Winterthur, DE $112,071 Lewes, DE $114,384

Wilmington, DE $112,071 Dover, DE $113,271 Dover Afb, DE $113,533 Bethany Beach, DE $115,148 Bethel, DE $113,184 Bridgeville, DE $114,384 Camden Wyoming, DE $113,391 Cheswold, DE $113,009

Clayton, DE $112,726 Dagsboro, DE $115,148 Delmar, DE $113,184 Ellendale, DE $114,384 Felton, DE $114,384 Fenwick Island, DE $115,148 Frankford, DE $115,148 Frederica, DE $114,384

Georgetown, DE $114,384 Greenwood, DE $114,384 Harbeson, DE $114,384 Harrington, DE $114,384 Hartly, DE $112,671 Houston, DE $114,384 Kenton, DE $112,726 Laurel, DE $113,184

Yorklyn, DE $112,071

Pastor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pastor's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$92,577

Average $110,521/year

$125,889

$7,715

Average $9,210/month

$10,491

$1,780

Average $2,125/week

$2,421

$45

Average $53/hour

$61

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$125,889	$10,491	$2,421	$61
Average	$110,521	$9,210	$2,125	$53
25th Percentile	$92,577	$7,715	$1,780	$45

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