What are the main factors that influence an Elderly Caretaker'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 Elderly Caretaker?

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

How does experience change An Elderly Caretaker's salary?

An Elderly Caretaker's salary grows with experience: a Behavioral Home Care Aide (0-0 years)earns $35,559, a Elderly Caretaker (0-1 years)earns $32,086, a Home Care Aide II (1-3 years)earns $38,576, a Home Care Aide III (3-5 years)earns $43,054, a Home Care Aide Coordinator (5+ years)earns $43,109,

What are the highest paying states for an Elderly Caretaker?

Elderly Caretaker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Elderly Caretaker roles are District of Columbia $34,335, California $34,205, Massachusetts $33,749. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Elderly Caretaker roles make?

Salaries for Elderly Caretaker level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Caretaker: $51,457; Dog Caretaker: $40,300; Caretaker: $40,288; Elderly Care: $39,602; Elderly Caregiver: $38,932.

Elderly Caretaker Salary in Delaware

How much does an Elderly Caretaker make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Elderly Caretaker in Delaware is $31,404 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $15.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $35,192
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $28,130 to $33,387
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $25,149

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Elderly Caretaker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$33,387	$2,782	$642	$16
Average	$31,404	$2,617	$604	$15
25th Percentile	$28,130	$2,344	$541	$14

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Key Factors That Influence Elderly Caretaker Salaries

An Elderly Caretaker'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 Elderly Caretaker Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Elderly Caretaker'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): $35,559
Early Career (1-2 years): $32,086
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $38,576
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $43,054
Expert (over 8 years): $43,109

Levels	Salary
Behaviora... Level Elderly Caretaker	$35,559
Elderly C... Level Elderly Caretaker	$32,086
Home Care... Level Elderly Caretaker	$38,576
Home Care... Level Elderly Caretaker	$43,054
Home Care... Level Elderly Caretaker	$43,109

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How Do Elderly Caretaker 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 Elderly Caretakers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $34,335.
California: $34,205.
Massachusetts: $33,749.

District of Columbia $34,335 California $34,205 Massachusetts $33,749 Washington $33,625 New Jersey $33,612 Alaska $33,569 Connecticut $33,141 New York $32,967

Hawaii $32,412 Rhode Island $32,152 Maryland $31,975 Minnesota $31,733 Colorado $31,640 Illinois $31,609 Oregon $31,491 Delaware $31,404

New Hampshire $31,350 Virginia $31,228 Pennsylvania $30,871 Nevada $30,691 North Dakota $30,632 Michigan $30,539 Wisconsin $30,505 Vermont $30,437

Texas $30,248 Maine $30,235 Arizona $30,217 Ohio $30,195 Georgia $29,910 Indiana $29,767 Wyoming $29,739 Utah $29,696

Iowa $29,677 Kansas $29,528 Louisiana $29,485 North Carolina $29,469 Missouri $29,463 Florida $29,342 Montana $29,277 Nebraska $29,215

Kentucky $29,181 South Carolina $29,057 Tennessee $28,979 Idaho $28,948 New Mexico $28,722 Oklahoma $28,672 Alabama $28,489 South Dakota $28,182

Arkansas $28,015 West Virginia $27,925 Mississippi $27,655

Top Paying Cities for Elderly Caretakers

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: $31,263
Little Creek: $31,492
Magnolia: $31,447

Lincoln, DE $31,263 Little Creek, DE $31,492 Magnolia, DE $31,447 Milford, DE $31,342 Marydel, DE $31,394 Millsboro, DE $31,132 Millville, DE $31,180 Milton, DE $31,234

Nassau, DE $31,256 Ocean View, DE $31,175 Rehoboth Beach, DE $31,234 Seaford, DE $31,252 Selbyville, DE $31,123 Smyrna, DE $31,513 Viola, DE $31,368 Woodside, DE $31,453

Bear, DE $31,380 Newark, DE $31,368 Claymont, DE $31,433 Delaware City, DE $31,400 Hockessin, DE $31,366 Kirkwood, DE $31,394 Middletown, DE $31,406 Montchanin, DE $31,373

New Castle, DE $31,377 Odessa, DE $31,421 Port Penn, DE $31,442 Rockland, DE $31,376 Saint Georges, DE $31,396 Townsend, DE $31,444 Winterthur, DE $31,380 Lewes, DE $31,246

Wilmington, DE $31,367 Dover, DE $31,492 Dover Afb, DE $31,326 Bethany Beach, DE $31,142 Bethel, DE $31,174 Bridgeville, DE $31,247 Camden Wyoming, DE $31,403 Cheswold, DE $31,482

Clayton, DE $31,482 Dagsboro, DE $31,120 Delmar, DE $31,070 Ellendale, DE $31,164 Felton, DE $31,340 Fenwick Island, DE $31,127 Frankford, DE $31,073 Frederica, DE $31,371

Georgetown, DE $31,108 Greenwood, DE $31,252 Harbeson, DE $31,141 Harrington, DE $31,300 Hartly, DE $31,398 Houston, DE $31,255 Kenton, DE $31,484 Laurel, DE $31,090

Yorklyn, DE $31,375

Elderly Caretaker Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Elderly Caretaker 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, Elderly Caretaker positions in Edu., Government & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Elderly Caretaker as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Elderly Caretaker

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$37,685	$18.0	20%

Elderly Caretaker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Elderly Caretaker'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.

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$28,130

Average $31,404/year

$33,387

$2,344

Average $2,617/month

$2,782

$541

Average $604/week

$642

$14

Average $15/hour

$16

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$33,387	$2,782	$642	$16
Average	$31,404	$2,617	$604	$15
25th Percentile	$28,130	$2,344	$541	$14

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