Clergy Salary in Texas
Clergy in Texas earn a median of $59,480 a year, −2% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $59,480
- vs. U.S. median
- −2% ($60,810)
- Rank among states
- 30 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 3,180
Pay range in Texas
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,220; the top 10% earn over $84,940. Nationally the range is $37,860 to $98,890.
States ranked near Texas
Similar jobs in Texas
- Directors, Religious Activities and Education$75,420 median in Texas
- Instructional Coordinators$78,710 median in Texas
- Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$67,900 median in Texas
- Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare$50,840 median in Texas
- Education Administrators, Postsecondary$104,390 median in Texas
- Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary$93,910 median in Texas
Clergy pay in Texas
How much do clergy make in Texas?
The median is $59,480 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,220 and the top 10% earn over $84,940. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Texas a good state for clergy?
On pay alone it ranks 30 of 50 (−2% vs. the national median of $60,810). Living costs are not included.