Clergy Salary (2025)
Based on 57,200 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $37,860 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $48,260 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $60,810 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $76,640 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $98,890 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$38K
25th
$48K
Median
$61K
75th
$77K
90th
$99K
Highest Paying States for Clergy
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $87,150 |
| Washington | $81,460 |
| New York | $73,790 |
| Massachusetts | $73,510 |
| Connecticut | $72,100 |
| District of Columbia | $71,770 |
| Nevada | $71,420 |
| North Dakota | $70,050 |
| Vermont | $68,540 |
| Arizona | $68,350 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Clergy salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $87,150 per year, while Arizona has an average of $68,350 — a difference of $18,800. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Clergy
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 57,200 workers were employed as Clergys in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Community and Social Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $66,860 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 21-2011