Clergy Salary in Virginia
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 8 metro areas • Virginia
Clergy in Virginia earn a median salary of $53,781 per year on average across 8 metro and nonmetro areas, -11.6% vs the national median of $60,820. An estimated 1,110 clergy are employed across Virginia, with salaries ranging from $36,600 to $59,550 depending on location.
$53,781
Avg median salary in Virginia
$59,550
Highest paying metro
$36,600
Lowest paying metro
1,110
Employed in Virginia
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inClergy salaries by city in Virginia
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlottesville, VA | $59,550 | $48,620 | $71,440 | 50 |
| Roanoke, VA | $58,510 | $43,030 | $61,640 | 60 |
| Virginia Beach, VA-NC | $58,340 | $37,660 | $72,490 | 270 |
| Richmond, VA | $57,480 | $40,270 | $70,210 | 310 |
| Northwest Virginia | $56,170 | $29,380 | $77,600 | 30 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $56,000 | $36,620 | $62,410 | 30 |
| Southside Virginia | $47,600 | $37,460 | $63,530 | 50 |
| West Virginia | $36,600 | $36,600 | $48,450 | 310 |