Clergy Salary in Massachusetts
Clergy in Massachusetts earn a median of $72,190 a year, +19% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $72,190
- vs. U.S. median
- +19% ($60,810)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 840
Pay range in Massachusetts
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $51,600; the top 10% earn over $98,650. Nationally the range is $37,860 to $98,890.
States ranked near Massachusetts
Similar jobs in Massachusetts
- Directors, Religious Activities and Education$62,930 median in Massachusetts
- Instructional Coordinators$95,320 median in Massachusetts
- Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$79,930 median in Massachusetts
- Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare$70,320 median in Massachusetts
- Education Administrators, Postsecondary$128,970 median in Massachusetts
- Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary$128,430 median in Massachusetts
Clergy pay in Massachusetts
How much do clergy make in Massachusetts?
The median is $72,190 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $51,600 and the top 10% earn over $98,650. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Massachusetts a good state for clergy?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 50 (+19% vs. the national median of $60,810). Living costs are not included.