Clergy Salary in Kentucky
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • Kentucky
Clergy in Kentucky earn a median salary of $56,897 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, -6.5% vs the national median of $60,820. An estimated 360 clergy are employed across Kentucky, with salaries ranging from $50,990 to $61,160 depending on location.
$56,897
Avg median salary in Kentucky
$61,160
Highest paying metro
$50,990
Lowest paying metro
360
Employed in Kentucky
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inClergy salaries by city in Kentucky
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington, KY | $61,160 | $55,820 | $68,650 | 100 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $58,540 | $48,160 | $64,030 | 220 |
| South Central Kentucky | $50,990 | $49,350 | $57,260 | 40 |