How much does a clergy make in Chicago?
$61,820a year
Median yearly pay for clergys in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area. That is $29.72 an hour or $5,152 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.72
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 61 of 221
- Jobs in the area
- 1,690
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,870Median: $61,820Highest 10%: $85,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,870 | $17.73 | |
| 25th | $50,030 | $24.05 | |
| Median | $61,820 | $29.72 | |
| 75th | $76,130 | $36.60 | |
| 90th | $85,400 | $41.06 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for clergys.
| St. Louis, MO | $60,290 |
| Davenport, IA | $58,820 |
| Peoria, IL | $56,080 |
| Springfield, IL | $52,070 |
Related jobs in Chicago
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Social Worker | $71,740 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $71,430 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $67,610 |
| Child | $64,790 |
| Educational | $64,730 |
| Substance Abuse | $61,600 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $61,360 |
| Health Education Specialist | $60,120 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $57,720 |
| Director | $52,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a clergy make an hour in Chicago?
The median hourly pay in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area is $29.72 ($61,820 a year).
Do clergys make more in Chicago than the national average?
Yes: $61,820 against $60,810 nationally, 2% more.
How does Chicago compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $61,820, so Chicago pays 0% more.
Where does Chicago rank for clergy pay?
61 of 221 metro areas with data.
How much does a clergy make starting out in Chicago?
The lowest-paid 10% make $36,870 or less a year; the top 10% make $85,400 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.