What are the main factors that influence a Bereavement Counselor'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 Bereavement Counselor?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Bereavement Counselor roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Bereavement Counselor's salary?

A Bereavement Counselor's salary grows with experience: starting around $59,577 for beginners, reaching about $62,086 at mid-level, and approach $65,586 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Bereavement Counselor?

Bereavement Counselor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Bereavement Counselor roles are District of Columbia $67,879, California $67,622, Massachusetts $66,721. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Bereavement Counselor roles make?

Salaries for Bereavement Counselor level roles vary by specialization: Genetics Counselor: $98,307; Drug Counselor: $65,901; Addiction Counselor: $65,900; Counselor: $64,444; Coordinator Bereavement Services: $61,600.

Bereavement Counselor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Bereavement Counselor make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Bereavement Counselor in Delaware is $62,086 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,241
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,163 to $70,019
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,771

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Bereavement Counselor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,019	$5,835	$1,347	$34
Average	$62,086	$5,174	$1,194	$30
25th Percentile	$56,163	$4,680	$1,080	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Bereavement Counselor Salaries

A Bereavement Counselor'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 Bereavement Counselor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Bereavement Counselor'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): $59,577
Early Career (1-2 years): $59,752
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $62,086
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $65,352
Expert (over 8 years): $65,586

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Bereavement Counselor	$59,577
Intermediate Level Bereavement Counselor	$59,752
Senior Level Bereavement Counselor	$62,086
Specialist Level Bereavement Counselor	$65,352
Expert Level Bereavement Counselor	$65,586

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How Do Bereavement Counselor 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 Bereavement Counselors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $67,879.
California: $67,622.
Massachusetts: $66,721.

District of Columbia $67,879 California $67,622 Massachusetts $66,721 Washington $66,475 New Jersey $66,451 Alaska $66,365 Connecticut $65,519 New York $65,176

Hawaii $64,078 Rhode Island $63,563 Maryland $63,214 Minnesota $62,736 Colorado $62,552 Illinois $62,490 Oregon $62,257 Delaware $62,086

New Hampshire $61,978 Virginia $61,736 Pennsylvania $61,031 Nevada $60,676 North Dakota $60,559 Michigan $60,375 Wisconsin $60,308 Vermont $60,173

Texas $59,799 Maine $59,774 Arizona $59,738 Ohio $59,695 Georgia $59,131 Indiana $58,849 Wyoming $58,794 Utah $58,708

Iowa $58,671 Kansas $58,377 Louisiana $58,291 North Carolina $58,260 Missouri $58,248 Florida $58,009 Montana $57,880 Nebraska $57,757

Kentucky $57,690 South Carolina $57,445 Tennessee $57,291 Idaho $57,230 New Mexico $56,783 Oklahoma $56,685 Alabama $56,323 South Dakota $55,716

Arkansas $55,385 West Virginia $55,207 Mississippi $54,674

Top Paying Cities for Bereavement Counselors

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: $61,806
Little Creek: $62,259
Magnolia: $62,169

Lincoln, DE $61,806 Little Creek, DE $62,259 Magnolia, DE $62,169 Milford, DE $61,963 Marydel, DE $62,065 Millsboro, DE $61,547 Millville, DE $61,642 Milton, DE $61,749

Nassau, DE $61,793 Ocean View, DE $61,631 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,750 Seaford, DE $61,785 Selbyville, DE $61,529 Smyrna, DE $62,302 Viola, DE $62,015 Woodside, DE $62,181

Bear, DE $62,038 Newark, DE $62,015 Claymont, DE $62,141 Delaware City, DE $62,077 Hockessin, DE $62,009 Kirkwood, DE $62,065 Middletown, DE $62,089 Montchanin, DE $62,023

New Castle, DE $62,032 Odessa, DE $62,119 Port Penn, DE $62,161 Rockland, DE $62,029 Saint Georges, DE $62,069 Townsend, DE $62,165 Winterthur, DE $62,037 Lewes, DE $61,772

Wilmington, DE $62,012 Dover, DE $62,259 Dover Afb, DE $61,931 Bethany Beach, DE $61,566 Bethel, DE $61,630 Bridgeville, DE $61,775 Camden Wyoming, DE $62,083 Cheswold, DE $62,238

Clayton, DE $62,240 Dagsboro, DE $61,524 Delmar, DE $61,425 Ellendale, DE $61,611 Felton, DE $61,958 Fenwick Island, DE $61,537 Frankford, DE $61,430 Frederica, DE $62,019

Georgetown, DE $61,500 Greenwood, DE $61,785 Harbeson, DE $61,566 Harrington, DE $61,880 Hartly, DE $62,072 Houston, DE $61,791 Kenton, DE $62,243 Laurel, DE $61,463

Yorklyn, DE $62,027

Bereavement Counselor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Bereavement Counselor roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Bereavement Counselor positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Bereavement Counselor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Bereavement Counselor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$68,294	$33.0	10%

Bereavement Counselor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Bereavement Counselor'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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$56,163

Average $62,086/year

$70,019

$4,680

Average $5,174/month

$5,835

$1,080

Average $1,194/week

$1,347

$27

Average $30/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,019	$5,835	$1,347	$34
Average	$62,086	$5,174	$1,194	$30
25th Percentile	$56,163	$4,680	$1,080	$27

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