What are the main factors that influence a Foster Parent'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 Foster Parent?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Foster Parent roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Foster Parent's salary?

A Foster Parent's salary grows with experience: an Enrollment & Billing Representative I (0-1 years)earns $38,785, an Foster Parent (1-3 years)earns $43,383, an Enrollment & Billing Representative III (3-5 years)earns $47,992, an Enrollment & Billing Supervisor (5+ years)earns $71,306, an Enrollment & Billing Manager (5+ years)earns $108,435,

What are the highest paying states for a Foster Parent?

Foster Parent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Foster Parent roles are District of Columbia $46,632, California $46,456, Massachusetts $45,836. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Foster Parent roles make?

Salaries for Foster Parent level roles vary by specialization: Therapeutic Foster Parent Recruiter: $75,919; Foster Parent Recruiter: $73,879; Parent Facilitator: $55,138; Parent Liaison: $51,647; Parent Advocate: $49,104.

Foster Parent Salary in Delaware

How much does a Foster Parent make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Foster Parent in Delaware is $42,652 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $49,707
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,148 to $46,345
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,957

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Foster Parent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,345	$3,862	$891	$22
Average	$42,652	$3,554	$820	$21
25th Percentile	$39,148	$3,262	$753	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Foster Parent Salaries

A Foster Parent'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 Foster Parent Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Foster Parent'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): $38,785
Early Career (1-2 years): $43,383
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $47,992
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $71,306
Expert (over 8 years): $108,435

Levels	Salary
Enrollmen... Level Foster Parent	$38,785
Foster Pa... Level Foster Parent	$43,383
Enrollmen... Level Foster Parent	$47,992
Enrollmen... Level Foster Parent	$71,306
Enrollmen... Level Foster Parent	$108,435

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How Do Foster Parent 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 Foster Parents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $46,632.
California: $46,456.
Massachusetts: $45,836.

District of Columbia $46,632 California $46,456 Massachusetts $45,836 Washington $45,668 New Jersey $45,651 Alaska $45,592 Connecticut $45,011 New York $44,775

Hawaii $44,021 Rhode Island $43,667 Maryland $43,427 Minnesota $43,099 Colorado $42,972 Illinois $42,930 Oregon $42,770 Delaware $42,652

New Hampshire $42,578 Virginia $42,412 Pennsylvania $41,928 Nevada $41,684 North Dakota $41,604 Michigan $41,477 Wisconsin $41,431 Vermont $41,338

Texas $41,081 Maine $41,065 Arizona $41,039 Ohio $41,010 Georgia $40,622 Indiana $40,429 Wyoming $40,391 Utah $40,332

Iowa $40,306 Kansas $40,104 Louisiana $40,045 North Carolina $40,024 Missouri $40,016 Florida $39,852 Montana $39,763 Nebraska $39,679

Kentucky $39,633 South Carolina $39,464 Tennessee $39,359 Idaho $39,317 New Mexico $39,009 Oklahoma $38,942 Alabama $38,693 South Dakota $38,276

Arkansas $38,049 West Virginia $37,927 Mississippi $37,560

Top Paying Cities for Foster Parents

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: $42,460
Little Creek: $42,771
Magnolia: $42,710

Lincoln, DE $42,460 Little Creek, DE $42,771 Magnolia, DE $42,710 Milford, DE $42,568 Marydel, DE $42,638 Millsboro, DE $42,282 Millville, DE $42,347 Milton, DE $42,421

Nassau, DE $42,451 Ocean View, DE $42,340 Rehoboth Beach, DE $42,422 Seaford, DE $42,446 Selbyville, DE $42,270 Smyrna, DE $42,801 Viola, DE $42,604 Woodside, DE $42,718

Bear, DE $42,620 Newark, DE $42,604 Claymont, DE $42,691 Delaware City, DE $42,646 Hockessin, DE $42,600 Kirkwood, DE $42,638 Middletown, DE $42,654 Montchanin, DE $42,609

New Castle, DE $42,616 Odessa, DE $42,676 Port Penn, DE $42,704 Rockland, DE $42,614 Saint Georges, DE $42,641 Townsend, DE $42,707 Winterthur, DE $42,619 Lewes, DE $42,437

Wilmington, DE $42,602 Dover, DE $42,771 Dover Afb, DE $42,546 Bethany Beach, DE $42,296 Bethel, DE $42,339 Bridgeville, DE $42,439 Camden Wyoming, DE $42,651 Cheswold, DE $42,757

Clayton, DE $42,759 Dagsboro, DE $42,266 Delmar, DE $42,198 Ellendale, DE $42,326 Felton, DE $42,565 Fenwick Island, DE $42,275 Frankford, DE $42,202 Frederica, DE $42,607

Georgetown, DE $42,250 Greenwood, DE $42,446 Harbeson, DE $42,295 Harrington, DE $42,511 Hartly, DE $42,643 Houston, DE $42,450 Kenton, DE $42,761 Laurel, DE $42,225

Yorklyn, DE $42,612

Foster Parent Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Foster Parent roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Foster Parent positions in Insurance or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Foster Parent as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Foster Parent

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$53,315	$26.0	25%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$46,918	$23.0	10%

Foster Parent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Foster Parent'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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$39,148

Average $42,652/year

$46,345

$3,262

Average $3,554/month

$3,862

$753

Average $820/week

$891

$19

Average $21/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,345	$3,862	$891	$22
Average	$42,652	$3,554	$820	$21
25th Percentile	$39,148	$3,262	$753	$19

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