$45,005
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
25%
$42k
MEDIAN
$45k
75%
$50k
The average salary for a Hospice Chaplain is $45,005 in 2025
Base Salary
$42k - $50k
Total Pay
$43k - $50k
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What Do Hospice Chaplains Do?
Hospice Chaplain Tasks
- Interact with and build relationships with staff, clients and family members.
- Document interactions, challenges and program attendance.
- Work with community and care team to ensure care is in accord with patients' faith.
- Connect clients to appropriate clergy and counseling opportunities, and facilitate referrals to the hospice.
- Guide individuals and groups through grief and bereavement counseling and coping strategies.
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Common Health Benefits for a Hospice Chaplain
Medical
80%
Dental
80%
Vision
80%
Gender Breakdown for Hospice Chaplains
Female
50.0%
Male
50.0%
This data is based on 2 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Hospice Chaplains
What is the highest pay for Hospice Chaplains?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Hospice Chaplain is $NaN / year
What is the lowest pay for Hospice Chaplains?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Hospice Chaplain is $NaN / year
How can Hospice Chaplains increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Hospice Chaplain is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Hospice Chaplain that oversees more junior Hospice Chaplains, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.