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Clergy Salary in New York
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Clergy make in New York?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$58,580
Median Annual Salary
▼
-0.7% vs 2024
$73,790
Mean Salary
$58,580
Median Salary
$28.16
Hourly Rate
7,790 people work as Clergy in New York
Clergy salary by percentile in New York
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Clergy in New York earn a median salary of $58,580 per year ($4,881/month).
This is 3.4% below the national average of $60,623.
New York ranks #36 out of 50 states for Clergy pay.
Approximately 7,790 people work in this occupation across New York.
Salaries decreased by 0.7% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Clergy
Conduct religious worship and perform other spiritual functions associated with beliefs and practices of religious faith or denomination. Provide spiritual and moral guidance and assistance to members.
Top Skills
Speaking
4.75
Active Listening
4.25
Social Perceptiveness
4.12
Instructing
4.0
Service Orientation
4.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Philosophy and Theology
4.68
English Language
4.15
Administration and Management
4.13
Customer and Personal Service
3.98
Education and Training
3.83
Typical Education: Master's Degree
(47.8% of workers)
Salaries for Clergy in New York range from $38,780 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $129,200 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $47,330 and $81,450.
Median $58,580
P10: $38,780P25: $47,330P75: $81,450P90: $129,200
10th
$38,780
25th
$47,330
Median
$58,580
75th
$81,450
90th
$129,200
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$38,780
$18.64
$3,231
25th Percentile
$47,330
$22.75
$3,944
Median (50th)
$58,580
$28.16
$4,881
75th Percentile
$81,450
$39.16
$6,787
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$129,200
$62.12
$10,766
Note: The mean (average) salary of $73,790 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Clergy in New York is $58,580 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $73,790.
What is the salary range for a Clergy in New York?
Salaries for Clergy in New York range from $38,780 at the 10th percentile to $129,200 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $47,330 and $81,450.
What is the starting salary for a Clergy in New York?
Entry-level Clergy positions in New York typically start around $38,780 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $47,330 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Clergy in New York?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 7,790 people are employed as Clergy in New York.
What is the hourly rate for a Clergy in New York?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Clergy in New York is approximately $28.16 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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