How much does a clergy make in Seattle?
$81,750a year
Median yearly pay for clergys in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area. That is $39.30 an hour or $6,813 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.30
- Vs. national median
- +34%
- Rank among cities
- 3 of 221
- Jobs in the area
- 740
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,390Median: $81,750Highest 10%: $125,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,390 | $21.34 | |
| 25th | $74,210 | $35.68 | |
| Median | $81,750 | $39.30 | |
| 75th | $93,850 | $45.12 | |
| 90th | $125,000 | $60.10 |
Other cities in Washington
Median yearly pay for clergys.
| Spokane, WA | $77,030 |
| Portland, OR | $65,710 |
Related jobs in Seattle
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Social Worker | $105,600 |
| Educational | $87,280 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $85,430 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $83,550 |
| Health Education Specialist | $78,670 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $78,350 |
| Child | $75,280 |
| Substance Abuse | $73,580 |
| Counselor | $71,650 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $70,630 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a clergy make an hour in Seattle?
The median hourly pay in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area is $39.30 ($81,750 a year).
Do clergys make more in Seattle than the national average?
Yes: $81,750 against $60,810 nationally, 34% more.
How does Seattle compare with the rest of Washington?
The median in Washington is $80,830, so Seattle pays 1% more.
Where does Seattle rank for clergy pay?
3 of 221 metro areas with data.
How much does a clergy make starting out in Seattle?
The lowest-paid 10% make $44,390 or less a year; the top 10% make $125,000 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.