Clergy Salary in Northwest Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,860 -36.1% vs national
Median hourly $18.68
10th percentile $34,940
90th percentile $76,810
Employed locally 40
National median $60,820

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,940
    25th
    $38,570
    50th (median)
    $38,860
    75th
    $61,060
    90th
    $76,810

    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 Northwest Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $50,130
    Social and Human Service Assistants $42,550
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $52,320
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $60,200
    Rehabilitation Counselors $51,270
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $62,370

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Clergy make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Clergy in Northwest Illinois is $18.68, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.60 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Clergy salaries?

    The median Clergy salary in Northwest Illinois is 36.1% 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 Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Clergy (10th percentile) earn around $34,940 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,570.