Clergy Salary in Western Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $71,210 +17.1% vs national
Median hourly $34.24
10th percentile $40,530
90th percentile $87,830
Employed locally 30
National median $60,820

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,530
    25th
    $47,720
    50th (median)
    $71,210
    75th
    $76,780
    90th
    $87,830

    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 Western Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $61,030
    Child, Family, and School Social Workers $70,050
    Social and Human Service Assistants $46,730
    Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $80,280
    Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $86,670
    Healthcare Social Workers $70,960

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Clergy make per hour in Western Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Clergy in Western Washington is $34.24, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $42.23 or more per hour.

    Is Western Washington above or below average for Clergy salaries?

    The median Clergy salary in Western Washington is 17.1% above 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 Western Washington?

    Entry-level Clergy (10th percentile) earn around $40,530 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,720.