How much does a clergy make in Memphis?
$59,240a year
Median yearly pay for clergys in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area. That is $28.48 an hour or $4,937 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.48
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among cities
- 114 of 221
- Jobs in the area
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,530Median: $59,240Highest 10%: $75,690
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,530 | $19.97 | |
| 25th | $51,300 | $24.66 | |
| Median | $59,240 | $28.48 | |
| 75th | $63,980 | $30.76 | |
| 90th | $75,690 | $36.39 |
Other cities in Tennessee
Median yearly pay for clergys.
| Nashville, TN | $60,720 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $59,040 |
| Knoxville, TN | $57,140 |
Related jobs in Memphis
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Educational | $65,290 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $64,430 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $58,010 |
| Child | $56,090 |
| Social Worker | $53,680 |
| Substance Abuse | $50,260 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $49,870 |
| Health Education Specialist | $49,630 |
| Counselor | $49,600 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $46,810 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a clergy make an hour in Memphis?
The median hourly pay in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area is $28.48 ($59,240 a year).
Do clergys make more in Memphis than the national average?
No: $59,240 against $60,810 nationally, 3% less.
How does Memphis compare with the rest of Tennessee?
The median in Tennessee is $57,260, so Memphis pays 3% more.
Where does Memphis rank for clergy pay?
114 of 221 metro areas with data.
How much does a clergy make starting out in Memphis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $41,530 or less a year; the top 10% make $75,690 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.