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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Religious Educator?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Religious Educator roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Religious Educator's salary?

A Religious Educator's salary grows with experience: starting around $55,182 for beginners, reaching about $57,821 at mid-level, and approach $58,422 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Religious Educator?

Religious Educator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Religious Educator roles are District of Columbia $59,086, California $58,862, Massachusetts $58,077. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Religious Educator roles make?

Salaries for Religious Educator level roles vary by specialization: Religious Support Director: $115,723; Religious/Spiritual Leader: $109,186; Religious Support Manager: $107,590; Director of Religious Education: $73,503; Religious Education Director: $73,501.

Religious Educator Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Religious Educator make in Hawaii?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Religious Educator in Hawaii is $55,777 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,168
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,798 to $63,833
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,534

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Religious Educator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,833	$5,319	$1,228	$31
Average	$55,777	$4,648	$1,073	$27
25th Percentile	$47,798	$3,983	$919	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Religious Educator Salaries

A Religious Educator'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.

How Experience Level Affects Religious Educator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Religious Educator's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $55,182
Early Career (1-2 years): $56,018
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $57,821
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $58,182
Expert (over 8 years): $58,422

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Religious Educator	$55,182
Intermediate Level Religious Educator	$56,018
Senior Level Religious Educator	$57,821
Specialist Level Religious Educator	$58,182
Expert Level Religious Educator	$58,422

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How Do Religious Educator 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 Religious Educators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $59,086.
California: $58,862.
Massachusetts: $58,077.

District of Columbia $59,086 California $58,862 Massachusetts $58,077 Washington $57,864 New Jersey $57,842 Alaska $57,768 Connecticut $57,031 New York $56,732

Hawaii $55,777 Rhode Island $55,329 Maryland $55,025 Minnesota $54,608 Colorado $54,448 Illinois $54,395 Oregon $54,192 Delaware $54,043

New Hampshire $53,949 Virginia $53,739 Pennsylvania $53,125 Nevada $52,815 North Dakota $52,714 Michigan $52,554 Wisconsin $52,495 Vermont $52,378

Texas $52,052 Maine $52,031 Arizona $51,999 Ohio $51,962 Georgia $51,471 Indiana $51,225 Wyoming $51,177 Utah $51,102

Iowa $51,070 Kansas $50,814 Louisiana $50,739 North Carolina $50,713 Missouri $50,702 Florida $50,494 Montana $50,382 Nebraska $50,275

Kentucky $50,216 South Carolina $50,003 Tennessee $49,870 Idaho $49,816 New Mexico $49,427 Oklahoma $49,341 Alabama $49,026 South Dakota $48,498

Arkansas $48,210 West Virginia $48,055 Mississippi $47,591

Top Paying Cities for Religious Educators

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:

Aiea: $55,475
Anahola: $54,748
Captain Cook: $54,693

Aiea, HI $55,475 Anahola, HI $54,748 Captain Cook, HI $54,693 Eleele, HI $54,859 Ewa Beach, HI $55,426 Kapolei, HI $55,382 Haiku, HI $54,788 Hakalau, HI $54,666

Haleiwa, HI $55,275 Hana, HI $54,658 Hanalei, HI $54,676 Hanamaulu, HI $54,787 Hanapepe, HI $54,856 Hauula, HI $55,359 Hawaii National Park, HI $54,729 Hawi, HI $54,820

Hilo, HI $54,782 Princeville, HI $54,776 Holualoa, HI $54,715 Honaunau, HI $54,620 Honokaa, HI $54,691 Honomu, HI $54,777 Hoolehua, HI $54,620 Kaaawa, HI $55,377

Kahuku, HI $55,259 Kahului, HI $54,915 Kailua, HI $55,457 Ocean View, HI $54,760 Waikoloa, HI $54,755 Keauhou, HI $54,715 Kailua Kona, HI $54,781 Kalaheo, HI $54,793

Kalaupapa, HI $54,570 Kamuela, HI $54,718 Kaneohe, HI $55,446 Kapaa, HI $54,853 Kaumakani, HI $54,882 Kaunakakai, HI $54,685 Keaau, HI $54,819 Kealakekua, HI $54,790

Kealia, HI $54,809 Kekaha, HI $54,754 Kihei, HI $54,859 Kilauea, HI $54,777 Kapaau, HI $54,735 Koloa, HI $54,801 Kualapuu, HI $54,669 Kunia, HI $55,364

Kurtistown, HI $54,791 Lahaina, HI $54,802 Laie, HI $55,307 Lanai City, HI $54,669 Laupahoehoe, HI $54,807 Lawai, HI $54,882 Lihue, HI $54,787 Makawao, HI $54,830

Makaweli, HI $54,666 Maunaloa, HI $54,537 Mountain View, HI $54,763 Naalehu, HI $54,652 Ninole, HI $54,615 Ookala, HI $54,633 Paauilo, HI $54,700 Pahala, HI $54,667

Pahoa, HI $54,740 Paia, HI $54,805 Papaaloa, HI $54,814 Papaikou, HI $54,701 Pearl City, HI $55,435 Pepeekeo, HI $54,807 Puunene, HI $54,915 Volcano, HI $54,729

Wahiawa, HI $55,340 Pukalani, HI $54,830 Mililani, HI $55,407 Kula, HI $54,717 Waialua, HI $55,245 Waianae, HI $55,296 Wailuku, HI $54,829 Waimanalo, HI $55,447

Waimea, HI $54,877 Waipahu, HI $55,411 Honolulu, HI $55,494 J B P H H, HI $55,485 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $55,370 Schofield Barracks, HI $55,354 Fort Shafter, HI $55,494 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $55,494

Camp H M Smith, HI $55,482 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $55,428 Wake Island, HI $55,494

Religious Educator Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Religious Educator salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $59,240. While startup companies pay approximate $50,456.

Religious Educator Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$50,456
Growth Stage	51~500	$53,268
Established	501~5000	$57,305
Enterprise	5000+	$59,240

Religious Educator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Religious Educator roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Religious Educator positions in EDU, Government & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Religious Educator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Religious Educator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$61,355	$29.0	10%

Religious Educator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Religious Educator'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 July 01, 2026

$47,798

Average $55,777/year

$63,833

$3,983

Average $4,648/month

$5,319

$919

Average $1,073/week

$1,228

$23

Average $27/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,833	$5,319	$1,228	$31
Average	$55,777	$4,648	$1,073	$27
25th Percentile	$47,798	$3,983	$919	$23

Religious Educator Salary Growth & Career Path

Religious Educator

Adult Education Teacher

Teacher Elementary School

Teacher Kindergarten

Public School Teacher

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Religious Educator, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Religious Educator Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Adult Education Teacher	$55,460	-1%
Teacher Elementary School	$63,554	14%
Teacher Kindergarten	$56,741	2%
Public School Teacher	$55,965	0%

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