Clergy Salary in Washington
Clergy in Washington earn a median of $80,830 a year, +33% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $80,830
- vs. U.S. median
- +33% ($60,810)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,060
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $45,630; the top 10% earn over $108,200. Nationally the range is $37,860 to $98,890.
States ranked near Washington
Similar jobs in Washington
- Directors, Religious Activities and Education$56,480 median in Washington
- Instructional Coordinators$97,250 median in Washington
- Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors$82,670 median in Washington
- Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare$70,470 median in Washington
- Education Administrators, Postsecondary$127,630 median in Washington
- Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary$166,590 median in Washington
Clergy pay in Washington
How much do clergy make in Washington?
The median is $80,830 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $45,630 and the top 10% earn over $108,200. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for clergy?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 50 (+33% vs. the national median of $60,810). Living costs are not included.