What are the main factors that influence a Probation Agent's salary?

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

How does experience change A Probation Agent's salary?

A Probation Agent's salary grows with experience: a Probation Agent (0-0 years)earns $78,941, a Police Sergeant (0-5 years)earns $86,817, a Police Lieutenant (5+ years)earns $111,429, a Sheriff/Police Chief (5-10 years)earns $135,669,

What are the highest paying states for a Probation Agent?

Probation Agent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Probation Agent roles are District of Columbia $84,374, California $84,054, Massachusetts $82,933. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Probation Agent roles make?

Salaries for Probation Agent level roles vary by specialization: Juvenile Probation Officer: $95,005; Probation Aide: $75,603; Adult Probation Officer: $70,614; Probation Officer: $67,672; Trainee Probation Officer: $67,610.

Probation Agent Salary in Delaware

How much does a Probation Agent make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Probation Agent in Delaware is $77,172 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $96,755
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $68,685 to $87,423
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,957

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Probation Agent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,423	$7,285	$1,681	$42
Average	$77,172	$6,431	$1,484	$37
25th Percentile	$68,685	$5,724	$1,321	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Probation Agent Salaries

A Probation Agent'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 Do Probation Agent 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 Probation Agents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $84,374.
California: $84,054.
Massachusetts: $82,933.

District of Columbia $84,374 California $84,054 Massachusetts $82,933 Washington $82,629 New Jersey $82,598 Alaska $82,491 Connecticut $81,440 New York $81,013

Hawaii $79,649 Rhode Island $79,009 Maryland $78,575 Minnesota $77,980 Colorado $77,752 Illinois $77,675 Oregon $77,386 Delaware $77,172

New Hampshire $77,038 Virginia $76,738 Pennsylvania $75,862 Nevada $75,420 North Dakota $75,275 Michigan $75,046 Wisconsin $74,962 Vermont $74,795

Texas $74,330 Maine $74,299 Arizona $74,254 Ohio $74,200 Georgia $73,499 Indiana $73,149 Wyoming $73,080 Utah $72,974

Iowa $72,928 Kansas $72,562 Louisiana $72,455 North Carolina $72,417 Missouri $72,402 Florida $72,105 Montana $71,945 Nebraska $71,792

Kentucky $71,709 South Carolina $71,404 Tennessee $71,213 Idaho $71,137 New Mexico $70,581 Oklahoma $70,459 Alabama $70,009 South Dakota $69,255

Arkansas $68,843 West Virginia $68,622 Mississippi $67,959

Top Paying Cities for Probation Agents

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: $76,825
Little Creek: $77,387
Magnolia: $77,276

Lincoln, DE $76,825 Little Creek, DE $77,387 Magnolia, DE $77,276 Milford, DE $77,020 Marydel, DE $77,146 Millsboro, DE $76,503 Millville, DE $76,621 Milton, DE $76,753

Nassau, DE $76,809 Ocean View, DE $76,608 Rehoboth Beach, DE $76,755 Seaford, DE $76,798 Selbyville, DE $76,480 Smyrna, DE $77,441 Viola, DE $77,084 Woodside, DE $77,291

Bear, DE $77,113 Newark, DE $77,084 Claymont, DE $77,242 Delaware City, DE $77,161 Hockessin, DE $77,077 Kirkwood, DE $77,146 Middletown, DE $77,176 Montchanin, DE $77,095

New Castle, DE $77,106 Odessa, DE $77,214 Port Penn, DE $77,266 Rockland, DE $77,102 Saint Georges, DE $77,152 Townsend, DE $77,271 Winterthur, DE $77,111 Lewes, DE $76,783

Wilmington, DE $77,081 Dover, DE $77,387 Dover Afb, DE $76,980 Bethany Beach, DE $76,527 Bethel, DE $76,606 Bridgeville, DE $76,787 Camden Wyoming, DE $77,169 Cheswold, DE $77,362

Clayton, DE $77,364 Dagsboro, DE $76,474 Delmar, DE $76,351 Ellendale, DE $76,583 Felton, DE $77,014 Fenwick Island, DE $76,490 Frankford, DE $76,357 Frederica, DE $77,090

Georgetown, DE $76,445 Greenwood, DE $76,799 Harbeson, DE $76,526 Harrington, DE $76,916 Hartly, DE $77,156 Houston, DE $76,807 Kenton, DE $77,368 Laurel, DE $76,399

Yorklyn, DE $77,100

Probation Agent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Probation Agent'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 May 01, 2026

$68,685

Average $77,172/year

$87,423

$5,724

Average $6,431/month

$7,285

$1,321

Average $1,484/week

$1,681

$33

Average $37/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,423	$7,285	$1,681	$42
Average	$77,172	$6,431	$1,484	$37
25th Percentile	$68,685	$5,724	$1,321	$33

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