SOC 21-2011 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Clergy is $60,819 per year ($29.24/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $47,216 and $76,336 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $99,715 per year. There are approximately 58,080 clergy employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $17.86 | $37,149 |
| P25 | $22.70 | $47,216 |
| P50MEDIAN | $29.24 | $60,819 |
| P75 | $36.70 | $76,336 |
| P90 | $47.94 | $99,715 |
Professional & Business Services was the only sector with openings growth (+64K) in February. Quit rates eased to 2.6%. Active hiring continues for specialized roles, particularly at senior levels.
The national median salary for Clergy is $60,819 per year ($29.24/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $47,216 and $76,336 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Clergy is $99,715 per year ($47.94/hr). The 75th percentile is $76,336 per year.
Entry-level Clergy (10th percentile) earn approximately $37,149 per year ($17.86/hr). The 25th percentile is $47,216 per year.
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