How much does a clergy make in Salem?
$78,220a year
Median yearly pay for clergys in the Salem, OR metro area. That is $37.61 an hour or $6,518 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.61
- Vs. national median
- +29%
- Rank among cities
- 8 of 221
- Jobs in the area
- 380
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,140Median: $78,220Highest 10%: $105,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,140 | $17.86 | |
| 25th | $53,570 | $25.75 | |
| Median | $78,220 | $37.61 | |
| 75th | $85,150 | $40.94 | |
| 90th | $105,100 | $50.52 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for clergys.
| Corvallis, OR | $71,130 |
| Grants Pass, OR | $69,990 |
| Portland, OR | $65,710 |
| Albany, OR | $62,540 |
| Medford, OR | $61,860 |
| Eugene, OR | $60,520 |
| Bend, OR | $59,850 |
Related jobs in Salem
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $86,870 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $80,020 |
| Substance Abuse | $78,870 |
| Educational | $75,510 |
| Social Worker | $70,320 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $68,210 |
| Child | $64,700 |
| Health Education Specialist | $64,270 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $58,190 |
| Social and Human Service Assistant | $57,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a clergy make an hour in Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Salem, OR metro area is $37.61 ($78,220 a year).
Do clergys make more in Salem than the national average?
Yes: $78,220 against $60,810 nationally, 29% more.
How does Salem compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $63,140, so Salem pays 24% more.
Where does Salem rank for clergy pay?
8 of 221 metro areas with data.
How much does a clergy make starting out in Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,140 or less a year; the top 10% make $105,100 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.