How much does a clergy make in Atlanta?
$65,150a year
Median yearly pay for clergys in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area. That is $31.32 an hour or $5,429 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.32
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among cities
- 39 of 221
- Jobs in the area
- 720
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,260Median: $65,150Highest 10%: $90,450
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,260 | $16.95 | |
| 25th | $55,970 | $26.91 | |
| Median | $65,150 | $31.32 | |
| 75th | $73,410 | $35.29 | |
| 90th | $90,450 | $43.49 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for clergys.
| Chattanooga, TN | $59,040 |
| Augusta, GA | $57,160 |
| Savannah, GA | $53,650 |
| Macon, GA | $53,540 |
Related jobs in Atlanta
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Education Specialist | $112,500 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $101,500 |
| Director | $93,120 |
| Counselor | $79,490 |
| Educational | $67,730 |
| Social Worker | $67,260 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $65,280 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $61,270 |
| Substance Abuse | $60,880 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $58,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a clergy make an hour in Atlanta?
The median hourly pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area is $31.32 ($65,150 a year).
Do clergys make more in Atlanta than the national average?
Yes: $65,150 against $60,810 nationally, 7% more.
How does Atlanta compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $60,530, so Atlanta pays 8% more.
Where does Atlanta rank for clergy pay?
39 of 221 metro areas with data.
How much does a clergy make starting out in Atlanta?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,260 or less a year; the top 10% make $90,450 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.