What are the main factors that influence a Foster Care Licensing Worker's salary?

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

What are the highest paying states for a Foster Care Licensing Worker?

Foster Care Licensing Worker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Foster Care Licensing Worker roles are District of Columbia $40,562, California $40,408, Massachusetts $39,869. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Foster Care Licensing Worker roles make?

Salaries for Foster Care Licensing Worker level roles vary by specialization: Foster Care Supervisor: $98,897; Foster Care Caseworker: $81,569; Foster Care Recruiter: $69,261; Foster Care Coordinator: $67,846; Foster Care Worker: $64,730.

Foster Care Licensing Worker Salary in Delaware

How much does a Foster Care Licensing Worker make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Foster Care Licensing Worker in Delaware is $37,100 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,350
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,659 to $40,895
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,347

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Foster Care Licensing Worker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,895	$3,408	$786	$20
Average	$37,100	$3,092	$713	$18
25th Percentile	$35,659	$2,972	$686	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Foster Care Licensing Worker Salaries

A Foster Care Licensing Worker's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Foster Care Licensing Worker 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 Care Licensing Workers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $40,562.
California: $40,408.
Massachusetts: $39,869.

District of Columbia $40,562 California $40,408 Massachusetts $39,869 Washington $39,723 New Jersey $39,708 Alaska $39,657 Connecticut $39,151 New York $38,946

Hawaii $38,290 Rhode Island $37,983 Maryland $37,774 Minnesota $37,488 Colorado $37,378 Illinois $37,342 Oregon $37,202 Delaware $37,100

New Hampshire $37,035 Virginia $36,891 Pennsylvania $36,470 Nevada $36,257 North Dakota $36,188 Michigan $36,078 Wisconsin $36,037 Vermont $35,957

Texas $35,733 Maine $35,719 Arizona $35,697 Ohio $35,671 Georgia $35,334 Indiana $35,165 Wyoming $35,132 Utah $35,081

Iowa $35,059 Kansas $34,883 Louisiana $34,832 North Carolina $34,814 Missouri $34,806 Florida $34,664 Montana $34,587 Nebraska $34,513

Kentucky $34,473 South Carolina $34,327 Tennessee $34,235 Idaho $34,198 New Mexico $33,931 Oklahoma $33,872 Alabama $33,656 South Dakota $33,293

Arkansas $33,096 West Virginia $32,989 Mississippi $32,671

Top Paying Cities for Foster Care Licensing Workers

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: $36,933
Little Creek: $37,203
Magnolia: $37,150

Lincoln, DE $36,933 Little Creek, DE $37,203 Magnolia, DE $37,150 Milford, DE $37,026 Marydel, DE $37,087 Millsboro, DE $36,778 Millville, DE $36,835 Milton, DE $36,898

Nassau, DE $36,925 Ocean View, DE $36,828 Rehoboth Beach, DE $36,899 Seaford, DE $36,920 Selbyville, DE $36,767 Smyrna, DE $37,229 Viola, DE $37,057 Woodside, DE $37,157

Bear, DE $37,071 Newark, DE $37,057 Claymont, DE $37,133 Delaware City, DE $37,094 Hockessin, DE $37,054 Kirkwood, DE $37,087 Middletown, DE $37,102 Montchanin, DE $37,062

New Castle, DE $37,068 Odessa, DE $37,120 Port Penn, DE $37,145 Rockland, DE $37,066 Saint Georges, DE $37,090 Townsend, DE $37,147 Winterthur, DE $37,070 Lewes, DE $36,913

Wilmington, DE $37,056 Dover, DE $37,203 Dover Afb, DE $37,007 Bethany Beach, DE $36,789 Bethel, DE $36,828 Bridgeville, DE $36,914 Camden Wyoming, DE $37,098 Cheswold, DE $37,191

Clayton, DE $37,192 Dagsboro, DE $36,764 Delmar, DE $36,705 Ellendale, DE $36,816 Felton, DE $37,024 Fenwick Island, DE $36,772 Frankford, DE $36,708 Frederica, DE $37,060

Georgetown, DE $36,750 Greenwood, DE $36,920 Harbeson, DE $36,789 Harrington, DE $36,977 Hartly, DE $37,092 Houston, DE $36,924 Kenton, DE $37,194 Laurel, DE $36,728

Yorklyn, DE $37,065

Foster Care Licensing Worker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Foster Care Licensing Worker'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 June 01, 2026

$35,659

Average $37,100/year

$40,895

$2,972

Average $3,092/month

$3,408

$686

Average $713/week

$786

$17

Average $18/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,895	$3,408	$786	$20
Average	$37,100	$3,092	$713	$18
25th Percentile	$35,659	$2,972	$686	$17

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