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

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

How does experience change A Matron's salary?

A Matron's salary grows with experience: a Charge Nurse (0-3 years)earns $101,187, a Nursing Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $114,956, a Matron (5+ years)earns $134,513, a Nursing Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $162,945, a Nursing Director (5+ years)earns $200,126,

What are the highest paying states for a Matron?

Matron salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Matron roles are District of Columbia $144,337, California $143,789, Massachusetts $141,873. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Matron roles make?

Salaries for Matron level roles vary by specialization: porter Matron: $30,038.

Matron Salary in Delaware

How much does a Matron make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Matron in Delaware is $132,018 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $155,472
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $120,037 to $144,295
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $109,130

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Matron Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$144,295	$12,025	$2,775	$69
Average	$132,018	$11,001	$2,539	$63
25th Percentile	$120,037	$10,003	$2,308	$58

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Key Factors That Influence Matron Salaries

A Matron'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 Matron Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Matron'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): $101,187
Early Career (1-2 years): $114,956
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $134,513
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $162,945
Expert (over 8 years): $200,126

Levels	Salary
Charge Nu... Level Matron	$101,187
Nursing S... Level Matron	$114,956
Matron Level Matron	$134,513
Nursing S... Level Matron	$162,945
Nursing D... Level Matron	$200,126

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

District of Columbia: $144,337.
California: $143,789.
Massachusetts: $141,873.

District of Columbia $144,337 California $143,789 Massachusetts $141,873 Washington $141,352 New Jersey $141,299 Alaska $141,117 Connecticut $139,318 New York $138,588

Hawaii $136,254 Rhode Island $135,159 Maryland $134,416 Minnesota $133,399 Colorado $133,008 Illinois $132,878 Oregon $132,383 Delaware $132,018

New Hampshire $131,788 Virginia $131,275 Pennsylvania $129,775 Nevada $129,019 North Dakota $128,772 Michigan $128,380 Wisconsin $128,237 Vermont $127,950

Texas $127,155 Maine $127,103 Arizona $127,025 Ohio $126,933 Georgia $125,734 Indiana $125,134 Wyoming $125,017 Utah $124,835

Iowa $124,756 Kansas $124,131 Louisiana $123,948 North Carolina $123,883 Missouri $123,857 Florida $123,349 Montana $123,075 Nebraska $122,814

Kentucky $122,671 South Carolina $122,149 Tennessee $121,823 Idaho $121,693 New Mexico $120,741 Oklahoma $120,533 Alabama $119,764 South Dakota $118,473

Arkansas $117,769 West Virginia $117,391 Mississippi $116,257

Top Paying Cities for Matrons

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: $131,423
Little Creek: $132,385
Magnolia: $132,195

Lincoln, DE $131,423 Little Creek, DE $132,385 Magnolia, DE $132,195 Milford, DE $131,757 Marydel, DE $131,973 Millsboro, DE $130,872 Millville, DE $131,074 Milton, DE $131,301

Nassau, DE $131,396 Ocean View, DE $131,052 Rehoboth Beach, DE $131,303 Seaford, DE $131,378 Selbyville, DE $130,834 Smyrna, DE $132,476 Viola, DE $131,866 Woodside, DE $132,221

Bear, DE $131,916 Newark, DE $131,866 Claymont, DE $132,136 Delaware City, DE $131,998 Hockessin, DE $131,855 Kirkwood, DE $131,973 Middletown, DE $132,024 Montchanin, DE $131,885

New Castle, DE $131,904 Odessa, DE $132,089 Port Penn, DE $132,178 Rockland, DE $131,898 Saint Georges, DE $131,982 Townsend, DE $132,186 Winterthur, DE $131,913 Lewes, DE $131,351

Wilmington, DE $131,861 Dover, DE $132,385 Dover Afb, DE $131,688 Bethany Beach, DE $130,913 Bethel, DE $131,049 Bridgeville, DE $131,358 Camden Wyoming, DE $132,012 Cheswold, DE $132,342

Clayton, DE $132,346 Dagsboro, DE $130,822 Delmar, DE $130,612 Ellendale, DE $131,009 Felton, DE $131,746 Fenwick Island, DE $130,851 Frankford, DE $130,623 Frederica, DE $131,877

Georgetown, DE $130,773 Greenwood, DE $131,379 Harbeson, DE $130,912 Harrington, DE $131,580 Hartly, DE $131,989 Houston, DE $131,392 Kenton, DE $132,353 Laurel, DE $130,694

Yorklyn, DE $131,894

Matron Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Matron 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, Matron positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Matron as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Matron

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$158,421	$76.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Matron'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

$120,037

Average $132,018/year

$144,295

$10,003

Average $11,001/month

$12,025

$2,308

Average $2,539/week

$2,775

$58

Average $63/hour

$69

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$144,295	$12,025	$2,775	$69
Average	$132,018	$11,001	$2,539	$63
25th Percentile	$120,037	$10,003	$2,308	$58

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