How much does a clergy make in Washington?
$61,170a year
Median yearly pay for clergys in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $29.41 an hour or $5,098 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.41
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 71 of 221
- Jobs in the area
- 850
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,800Median: $61,170Highest 10%: $100,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,800 | $18.17 | |
| 25th | $48,010 | $23.08 | |
| Median | $61,170 | $29.41 | |
| 75th | $79,220 | $38.09 | |
| 90th | $100,800 | $48.48 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for clergys.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Education Specialist | $124,600 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $95,460 |
| Social Worker | $93,220 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $80,710 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $78,210 |
| Educational | $77,420 |
| Child | $75,550 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $73,610 |
| Counselor | $70,610 |
| Substance Abuse | $65,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a clergy make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $29.41 ($61,170 a year).
Do clergys make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $61,170 against $60,810 nationally, 1% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $64,800, so Washington pays 6% less.
Where does Washington rank for clergy pay?
71 of 221 metro areas with data.
How much does a clergy make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,800 or less a year; the top 10% make $100,800 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.