What are the main factors that influence a Doula'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 Doula?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Doula roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Doula's salary?

A Doula's salary grows with experience: starting around $70,183 for beginners, reaching about $71,312 at mid-level, and approach $77,233 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Doula?

Doula salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Doula roles are District of Columbia $77,596, California $77,302, Massachusetts $76,271. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Doula roles make?

Salaries for Doula level roles vary by specialization: Birth Doula: $110,939; Postpartum Doula: $109,428.

Doula Salary in Delaware

How much does a Doula make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Doula in Delaware is $70,973 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,639
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,848 to $82,837
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $55,450

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Doula Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,837	$6,903	$1,593	$40
Average	$70,973	$5,914	$1,365	$34
25th Percentile	$62,848	$5,237	$1,209	$30

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Key Factors That Influence Doula Salaries

A Doula'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 Doula Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Doula'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): $70,183
Early Career (1-2 years): $70,409
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $71,312
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $72,666
Expert (over 8 years): $77,233

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Doula	$70,183
Intermediate Level Doula	$70,409
Senior Level Doula	$71,312
Specialist Level Doula	$72,666
Expert Level Doula	$77,233

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How Do Doula 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 Doulas. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $77,596.
California: $77,302.
Massachusetts: $76,271.

District of Columbia $77,596 California $77,302 Massachusetts $76,271 Washington $75,991 New Jersey $75,963 Alaska $75,865 Connecticut $74,898 New York $74,505

Hawaii $73,251 Rhode Island $72,662 Maryland $72,263 Minnesota $71,716 Colorado $71,506 Illinois $71,436 Oregon $71,169 Delaware $70,973

New Hampshire $70,850 Virginia $70,574 Pennsylvania $69,768 Nevada $69,361 North Dakota $69,228 Michigan $69,018 Wisconsin $68,941 Vermont $68,786

Texas $68,359 Maine $68,331 Arizona $68,289 Ohio $68,240 Georgia $67,595 Indiana $67,273 Wyoming $67,210 Utah $67,111

Iowa $67,069 Kansas $66,733 Louisiana $66,635 North Carolina $66,600 Missouri $66,586 Florida $66,313 Montana $66,165 Nebraska $66,025

Kentucky $65,948 South Carolina $65,668 Tennessee $65,493 Idaho $65,422 New Mexico $64,911 Oklahoma $64,799 Alabama $64,385 South Dakota $63,691

Arkansas $63,313 West Virginia $63,110 Mississippi $62,500

Top Paying Cities for Doulas

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: $70,653
Little Creek: $71,171
Magnolia: $71,068

Lincoln, DE $70,653 Little Creek, DE $71,171 Magnolia, DE $71,068 Milford, DE $70,833 Marydel, DE $70,949 Millsboro, DE $70,357 Millville, DE $70,466 Milton, DE $70,588

Nassau, DE $70,639 Ocean View, DE $70,454 Rehoboth Beach, DE $70,589 Seaford, DE $70,629 Selbyville, DE $70,337 Smyrna, DE $71,220 Viola, DE $70,892 Woodside, DE $71,082

Bear, DE $70,918 Newark, DE $70,892 Claymont, DE $71,037 Delaware City, DE $70,963 Hockessin, DE $70,885 Kirkwood, DE $70,949 Middletown, DE $70,977 Montchanin, DE $70,902

New Castle, DE $70,912 Odessa, DE $71,012 Port Penn, DE $71,059 Rockland, DE $70,909 Saint Georges, DE $70,954 Townsend, DE $71,063 Winterthur, DE $70,917 Lewes, DE $70,615

Wilmington, DE $70,889 Dover, DE $71,171 Dover Afb, DE $70,796 Bethany Beach, DE $70,379 Bethel, DE $70,452 Bridgeville, DE $70,618 Camden Wyoming, DE $70,970 Cheswold, DE $71,148

Clayton, DE $71,150 Dagsboro, DE $70,330 Delmar, DE $70,218 Ellendale, DE $70,431 Felton, DE $70,827 Fenwick Island, DE $70,346 Frankford, DE $70,223 Frederica, DE $70,897

Georgetown, DE $70,304 Greenwood, DE $70,630 Harbeson, DE $70,379 Harrington, DE $70,738 Hartly, DE $70,958 Houston, DE $70,637 Kenton, DE $71,153 Laurel, DE $70,262

Yorklyn, DE $70,906

Doula Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Doula roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Doula positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Doula as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Doula

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$85,168	$41.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Doula'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

$62,848

Average $70,973/year

$82,837

$5,237

Average $5,914/month

$6,903

$1,209

Average $1,365/week

$1,593

$30

Average $34/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,837	$6,903	$1,593	$40
Average	$70,973	$5,914	$1,365	$34
25th Percentile	$62,848	$5,237	$1,209	$30

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