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As of Jul 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for chaplain jobs in the United States is $63,587.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $80,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Chaplain Jobs vs Pastoral Care Coordinator?

AspectChaplain JobsPastoral Care Coordinator
CredentialsTypically requires a theological degree and chaplain certificationOften requires a theological degree, with some roles needing certification
Work EnvironmentHospitals, military, prisons, religious institutionsHospitals, community organizations, religious settings
Employer & IndustryHealthcare, military, correctional facilities, faith-based organizationsHealthcare, community services, religious institutions
Search & Comparison IntentPeople looking for spiritual support roles in healthcare or institutionsIndividuals interested in coordinating spiritual care programs

Chaplain Jobs and Pastoral Care Coordinators both focus on providing spiritual support, but chaplains often have specialized certifications and serve in more institutional settings like hospitals or military. Pastoral Care Coordinators typically oversee spiritual programs and may have broader administrative duties. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find roles aligned with their credentials and career goals.

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Infographic showing various Chaplain Jobs job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 27% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 64% Full Time, and 8% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,587 per year, or $30.6 per hour.
U.S. Army Chaplain - RA and USAR

U.S. Army Chaplain - RA and USAR

US Army Chaplain - 2MRB

Columbus, GA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 hours ago

Job description

Turn your passion into a mission of service. 

Caring for the Army's spiritual health is the mission of the Chaplain Corps, vital to the morale and readiness of our Soldiers and their families. The Army's strength depends on securing capable, experienced religious leaders who embrace this sacred call to serve.

Answering the sacred call – ways to serve

A chaplain’s mission is to bring Soldiers to God and God to Soldiers. America calls on our Army to fight and win our nation’s wars and Army chaplains are there every step of the way. Whether in training or operations, Army chaplains represent hundreds of American denominations and faith traditions and fulfill a sacred calling of service captured in our motto, “Pro Deo et Patria” (for God and country). Selecting a vocation as an Army chaplain means making a difference in the world. There are two ways in which you can answer the call to serve others.

Active Duty Chaplain - Active-duty chaplains serve almost every type of unit, including Special Operations, infantry, aviation, intelligence, hospitals, prisons, cyber, and community ministries. The Chaplain Corps also offers select chaplains advanced graduate degrees and specialized ministries in ethics, world religions, hospital ministry, and marriage and family counseling. You could be stationed in the United States, or in one of 180 countries around the world.

Army Reserve Chaplain - The U.S. Army Reserve is the part-time force that provides essential capabilities to the Army, giving them added scale and scope to respond to challenges at home and abroad. As a chaplain in the Army Reserve, you will be able to pursue a civilian ministry while you train near home and serve your community. You will spend two days a month on duty and two weeks a year training. 

Outstanding Benefits

As an Army Chaplain and a commissioned officer, you will be afforded numerous advantages and a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits may include: 

★ Starting salary competitive with your civilian counterparts

★ Promotions in rank with corresponding pay increases

★ Travel opportunities within the United States and overseas

★ Up to 30 days of paid vacation earned annually

★ Enrollment in the Uniformed Services Blended Retirement System

★ No- to low-cost medical and dental care for you and your family

★ Extensive life insurance coverage at a low rate

★ Commissary and post exchange shopping privileges

★ Housing allowance or free on-post housing

★ Use of world-class recreational facilities

★ Uniform allowance


We are looking for Religious Leaders who:

★ Are not older than 42 years old to serve as an Active-duty chaplain, or 47 years old to serve as an Army Reserve chaplain, by the date they are commissioned into the Army

★ Have completed their basic theological education (72 hours or more) for their denomination or faith tradition (often the Master of Divinity degree)

★ Are ordained and endorsed by their denomination or faith tradition to serve in one of the components of the Army

★ Have served at least two years in a full-time professional capacity as a member of a denomination or faith tradition, validated by an endorsing agent (Active Duty only)

★ Are a U.S. citizen to serve Active Duty, or have a permanent U.S. residency to serve in the Army Reserve


Become an Army Chaplain

To learn more about being a Chaplain in the U.S. Army or Army Reserve, click here* or connect with your local Army Chaplain Recruiter to see how you can answer the call.

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