How much does a religious worker make in California?
$45,440a year
Median yearly pay for religious workers in California. That is $21.85 an hour or $3,787 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.85
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- 1,390
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,880Median: $45,440Highest 10%: $97,430
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,880 | $17.25 | |
| 25th | $36,870 | $17.73 | |
| Median | $45,440 | $21.85 | |
| 75th | $66,940 | $32.18 | |
| 90th | $97,430 | $46.84 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| San Francisco, CA | $86,330 |
| San Jose, CA | $49,830 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $47,940 |
| Sacramento, CA | $45,660 |
| Fresno, CA | $39,940 |
| San Diego, CA | $37,530 |
| Riverside, CA | $37,220 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for religious workers.
| 8. Illinois | $47,070 |
| 9. Michigan | $46,960 |
| 10. Missouri | $46,780 |
| 11. California | $45,440 |
| 12. Arkansas | $44,760 |
| 13. Iowa | $44,110 |
| 14. Tennessee | $43,980 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a religious worker make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $21.85 ($45,440 a year).
Do religious workers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $45,440 against $45,280 nationally, 0% more.
Where does California rank for religious worker pay?
California ranks 11 of 28 states.
Which city in California pays religious workers the most?
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA, with a median of $86,330 a year.
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.