Clergy Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $52,250 -14.1% vs national
Median hourly $25.12
10th percentile $36,620
90th percentile $73,020
Employed locally 80
National median $60,820

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,620
    25th
    $47,940
    50th (median)
    $52,250
    75th
    $62,750
    90th
    $73,020

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors$52,430
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers$44,610
    Social and Human Service Assistants$39,050
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$61,460
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists$62,440
    Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other$48,120

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Clergy make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Clergy in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $25.12, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.21 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Clergy salaries?

    The median Clergy salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 14.1% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Clergy (10th percentile) earn around $36,620 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,940.