Clergy Salary in Iowa
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • Iowa
Clergy in Iowa earn a median salary of $59,008 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, -3% vs the national median of $60,820. An estimated 270 clergy are employed across Iowa, with salaries ranging from $57,520 to $61,440 depending on location.
$59,008
Avg median salary in Iowa
$61,440
Highest paying metro
$57,520
Lowest paying metro
270
Employed in Iowa
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Clergy salaries by city in Iowa
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines, IA | $61,440 | $58,300 | $67,810 | 90 |
| Waterloo, IA | $60,170 | $58,180 | $64,530 | 30 |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | $58,060 | $50,800 | $62,870 | 50 |
| Davenport, IA-IL | $57,850 | $47,250 | $60,290 | 70 |
| Southeast Iowa | $57,520 | $52,290 | $67,580 | 30 |