What are the main factors that influence a Prison Chaplain's salary?

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

How does experience change A Prison Chaplain's salary?

A Prison Chaplain's salary grows with experience: a Prison Chaplain (2-4 years)earns $64,169, a Pastoral Care Manager (3-5 years)earns $108,279, a Pastoral Care Director (5+ years)earns $116,510,

What are the highest paying states for a Prison Chaplain?

Prison Chaplain salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Prison Chaplain roles are District of Columbia $70,539, California $70,271, Massachusetts $69,335. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Prison Chaplain roles make?

Salaries for Prison Chaplain level roles vary by specialization: Hospice Chaplain: $69,889; Chaplain: $65,707; Staff Chaplain: $65,663; Chaplain - Healthcare: $63,695; Assistant Chaplain: $61,827.

Prison Chaplain Salary in Delaware

How much does a Prison Chaplain make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Prison Chaplain in Delaware is $64,518 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,609
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,522 to $69,277
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,153

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Prison Chaplain Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,277	$5,773	$1,332	$33
Average	$64,518	$5,377	$1,241	$31
25th Percentile	$57,522	$4,794	$1,106	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Prison Chaplain Salaries

A Prison Chaplain'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 Prison Chaplain 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 Prison Chaplains. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $70,539.
California: $70,271.
Massachusetts: $69,335.

District of Columbia $70,539 California $70,271 Massachusetts $69,335 Washington $69,080 New Jersey $69,055 Alaska $68,965 Connecticut $68,086 New York $67,729

Hawaii $66,589 Rhode Island $66,054 Maryland $65,691 Minnesota $65,194 Colorado $65,003 Illinois $64,939 Oregon $64,697 Delaware $64,518

New Hampshire $64,406 Virginia $64,155 Pennsylvania $63,423 Nevada $63,053 North Dakota $62,932 Michigan $62,741 Wisconsin $62,671 Vermont $62,531

Texas $62,142 Maine $62,117 Arizona $62,078 Ohio $62,034 Georgia $61,448 Indiana $61,155 Wyoming $61,097 Utah $61,008

Iowa $60,970 Kansas $60,664 Louisiana $60,575 North Carolina $60,543 Missouri $60,530 Florida $60,282 Montana $60,148 Nebraska $60,021

Kentucky $59,950 South Carolina $59,696 Tennessee $59,536 Idaho $59,473 New Mexico $59,008 Oklahoma $58,906 Alabama $58,530 South Dakota $57,899

Arkansas $57,555 West Virginia $57,370 Mississippi $56,816

Top Paying Cities for Prison Chaplains

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: $66,774
Little Creek: $66,156
Magnolia: $66,430

Lincoln, DE $66,774 Little Creek, DE $66,156 Magnolia, DE $66,430 Milford, DE $66,774 Marydel, DE $65,907 Millsboro, DE $66,774 Millville, DE $67,220 Milton, DE $66,774

Nassau, DE $66,774 Ocean View, DE $67,220 Rehoboth Beach, DE $67,220 Seaford, DE $66,073 Selbyville, DE $67,220 Smyrna, DE $65,831 Viola, DE $66,430 Woodside, DE $66,239

Bear, DE $65,347 Newark, DE $65,372 Claymont, DE $65,423 Delaware City, DE $65,372 Hockessin, DE $65,423 Kirkwood, DE $65,372 Middletown, DE $65,697 Montchanin, DE $65,423

New Castle, DE $65,423 Odessa, DE $65,786 Port Penn, DE $65,194 Rockland, DE $65,423 Saint Georges, DE $65,372 Townsend, DE $65,691 Winterthur, DE $65,423 Lewes, DE $66,774

Wilmington, DE $65,423 Dover, DE $66,124 Dover Afb, DE $66,277 Bethany Beach, DE $67,220 Bethel, DE $66,073 Bridgeville, DE $66,774 Camden Wyoming, DE $66,194 Cheswold, DE $65,971

Clayton, DE $65,805 Dagsboro, DE $67,220 Delmar, DE $66,073 Ellendale, DE $66,774 Felton, DE $66,774 Fenwick Island, DE $67,220 Frankford, DE $67,220 Frederica, DE $66,774

Georgetown, DE $66,774 Greenwood, DE $66,774 Harbeson, DE $66,774 Harrington, DE $66,774 Hartly, DE $65,773 Houston, DE $66,774 Kenton, DE $65,805 Laurel, DE $66,073

Yorklyn, DE $65,423

Prison Chaplain Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Prison Chaplain'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 April 01, 2026

$57,522

Average $64,518/year

$69,277

$4,794

Average $5,377/month

$5,773

$1,106

Average $1,241/week

$1,332

$28

Average $31/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,277	$5,773	$1,332	$33
Average	$64,518	$5,377	$1,241	$31
25th Percentile	$57,522	$4,794	$1,106	$28

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