Clergy Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $51,060 -16% vs national
Median hourly $24.55
10th percentile $33,480
90th percentile $95,870
Employed locally 80
National median $60,820

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,480
    25th
    $37,460
    50th (median)
    $51,060
    75th
    $77,130
    90th
    $95,870

    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 South Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$62,440
    Social and Human Service Assistants$45,760
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$55,060
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$48,840
    Rehabilitation Counselors$47,480
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$77,920

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Clergy make per hour in South Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Clergy in South Illinois is $24.55, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.28 or more per hour.

    Is South Illinois above or below average for Clergy salaries?

    The median Clergy salary in South Illinois is 16% 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 South Illinois?

    Entry-level Clergy (10th percentile) earn around $33,480 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,460.