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Clergy Salary in Georgia
Ranked #27 of 50 · GA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of clergys in Georgia earn between $35,260 and $85,530. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean clergy salary in Georgia is $60,880, about 8.9% below the U.S. average ($66,860). That works out to roughly $29/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Georgia
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA | $65,150 | $65,660 | 720 |
| Athens-Clarke County, GA | $59,530 | $60,530 | 40 |
| South Georgia nonmetropolitan area | $57,380 | $55,990 | 50 |
| Columbus, GA-AL | $57,210 | $57,210 | 40 |
| Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $57,160 | $57,080 | 80 |
| North Georgia nonmetropolitan area | $57,060 | $54,060 | 50 |
| Middle Georgia nonmetropolitan area | $54,990 | $53,620 | 40 |
| Savannah, GA | $53,650 | $56,640 | 60 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do clergy make in Georgia?
The median clergy salary in Georgia is $60,530 per year (mean $60,880), and about 80% earn between $35,260 and $85,530.
How much do clergy make per hour in Georgia?
Roughly $29 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $60,880 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Georgia a high-paying state for clergy?
Georgia ranks #27 of 50 states for clergy pay. Its mean salary of $60,880 is about 8.9% below the U.S. average of $66,860.
Which metro areas in Georgia pay clergy the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Georgia for clergy are Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA ($65,150), Athens-Clarke County, GA ($59,530), South Georgia nonmetropolitan area ($57,380), by median annual wage.