Clergy Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $48,090 -20.9% vs national
Median hourly $23.12
10th percentile $21,230
90th percentile $72,040
Employed locally 40
National median $60,820

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $21,230
    25th
    $36,140
    50th (median)
    $48,090
    75th
    $62,390
    90th
    $72,040

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $49,990
    Social and Human Service Assistants $42,600
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $52,340
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $63,270
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $69,680
    Healthcare Social Workers $63,330

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Clergy make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Clergy in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $23.12, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.99 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Clergy salaries?

    The median Clergy salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 20.9% 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Clergy (10th percentile) earn around $21,230 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,140.