Clergy Salary in Rhode Island
Clergy in Rhode Island earn a median of $59,660 a year, −2% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $59,660
- vs. U.S. median
- −2% ($60,810)
- Rank among states
- 26 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 230
Pay range in Rhode Island
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,180; the top 10% earn over $88,420. Nationally the range is $37,860 to $98,890.
States ranked near Rhode Island
Similar jobs in Rhode Island
- Directors, Religious Activities and Education$44,770 median in Rhode Island
- Instructional Coordinators$63,110 median in Rhode Island
- Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$75,000 median in Rhode Island
- Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare$55,290 median in Rhode Island
- Education Administrators, Postsecondary$106,520 median in Rhode Island
- Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary$119,980 median in Rhode Island
Clergy pay in Rhode Island
How much do clergy make in Rhode Island?
The median is $59,660 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,180 and the top 10% earn over $88,420. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Rhode Island a good state for clergy?
On pay alone it ranks 26 of 50 (−2% vs. the national median of $60,810). Living costs are not included.