Clergy Salary in Maryland

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Maryland nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,580 -0.4% vs national
Median hourly $29.13
10th percentile $45,440
90th percentile $105,600
Employed locally 30
National median $60,820

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,440
    25th
    $49,590
    50th (median)
    $60,580
    75th
    $70,840
    90th
    $105,600

    Top-paying metros for Clergy

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $92,860
    Vallejo, CA $83,550
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $83,210
    Central East New York nonmetropolitan area $83,110
    Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA $80,370
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $79,590

    Related occupations in Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $62,050
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $63,940
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $63,690
    Rehabilitation Counselors $37,120
    Healthcare Social Workers $65,480
    Social and Human Service Assistants $43,120

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Clergy make per hour in Maryland?

    The median hourly wage for Clergy in Maryland is $29.13, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $50.77 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Clergy salaries?

    The median Clergy salary in Maryland is 0.4% below the national median of $60,820. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Clergy in Maryland?

    Entry-level Clergy (10th percentile) earn around $45,440 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,590.