How much does a clergy make in Nashville?
$60,720a year
Median yearly pay for clergys in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN metro area. That is $29.19 an hour or $5,060 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.19
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among cities
- 83 of 221
- Jobs in the area
- 220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,760Median: $60,720Highest 10%: $79,680
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,760 | $18.15 | |
| 25th | $50,470 | $24.26 | |
| Median | $60,720 | $29.19 | |
| 75th | $65,890 | $31.68 | |
| 90th | $79,680 | $38.31 |
Other cities in Tennessee
Median yearly pay for clergys.
| Memphis, TN | $59,240 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $59,040 |
| Knoxville, TN | $57,140 |
Related jobs in Nashville
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Healthcare Social Worker | $65,040 |
| Director | $64,340 |
| Educational | $60,550 |
| Social Worker | $58,780 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $58,010 |
| Child | $55,630 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $54,250 |
| Substance Abuse | $50,810 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $48,630 |
| Health Education Specialist | $48,040 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a clergy make an hour in Nashville?
The median hourly pay in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN metro area is $29.19 ($60,720 a year).
Do clergys make more in Nashville than the national average?
Yes: $60,720 against $60,810 nationally, 0% more.
How does Nashville compare with the rest of Tennessee?
The median in Tennessee is $57,260, so Nashville pays 6% more.
Where does Nashville rank for clergy pay?
83 of 221 metro areas with data.
How much does a clergy make starting out in Nashville?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,760 or less a year; the top 10% make $79,680 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.