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Clergy Salary in Alabama
Ranked #47 of 50 · AL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of clergys in Alabama earn between $38,480 and $71,650. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean clergy salary in Alabama is $53,790, about 19.5% below the U.S. average ($66,860). That works out to roughly $26/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Alabama
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huntsville, AL | $54,550 | $56,600 | 60 |
| Birmingham, AL | $52,190 | $54,880 | 270 |
| Montgomery, AL | $50,860 | $52,800 | 80 |
| Southeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area | $49,890 | $50,280 | 30 |
| Northeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area | $49,880 | $53,400 | 60 |
| Mobile, AL | $49,850 | $52,560 | 70 |
| Southwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area | $49,800 | $53,120 | 30 |
| Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL | $49,330 | $49,630 | 40 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do clergy make in Alabama?
The median clergy salary in Alabama is $50,180 per year (mean $53,790), and about 80% earn between $38,480 and $71,650.
How much do clergy make per hour in Alabama?
Roughly $26 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $53,790 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Alabama a high-paying state for clergy?
Alabama ranks #47 of 50 states for clergy pay. Its mean salary of $53,790 is about 19.5% below the U.S. average of $66,860.
Which metro areas in Alabama pay clergy the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Alabama for clergy are Huntsville, AL ($54,550), Birmingham, AL ($52,190), Montgomery, AL ($50,860), by median annual wage.