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Clergy Salary in Indiana
Ranked #36 of 50 · IN
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of clergys in Indiana earn between $37,860 and $77,670. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean clergy salary in Indiana is $58,400, about 12.7% below the U.S. average ($66,860). That works out to roughly $28/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Indiana
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN | $65,670 | $62,900 | 30 |
| Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN | $61,410 | $61,080 | 410 |
| Fort Wayne, IN | $60,360 | $59,680 | 90 |
| Evansville, IN | $58,430 | $50,500 | 60 |
| Central Indiana nonmetropolitan area | $58,290 | $56,980 | 60 |
| South Bend-Mishawaka, IN-MI | $54,350 | $57,050 | 60 |
| Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area | $49,420 | $51,110 | 30 |
| Northern Indiana nonmetropolitan area | $47,430 | $48,510 | 50 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do clergy make in Indiana?
The median clergy salary in Indiana is $59,020 per year (mean $58,400), and about 80% earn between $37,860 and $77,670.
How much do clergy make per hour in Indiana?
Roughly $28 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $58,400 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Indiana a high-paying state for clergy?
Indiana ranks #36 of 50 states for clergy pay. Its mean salary of $58,400 is about 12.7% below the U.S. average of $66,860.
Which metro areas in Indiana pay clergy the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Indiana for clergy are Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN ($65,670), Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN ($61,410), Fort Wayne, IN ($60,360), by median annual wage.