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Clergy Salary in Minnesota
Ranked #24 of 50 · MN
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of clergys in Minnesota earn between $38,350 and $79,000. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean clergy salary in Minnesota is $61,870, about 7.5% below the U.S. average ($66,860). That works out to roughly $30/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Minnesota
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Cloud, MN | $66,280 | $65,010 | 60 |
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $64,060 | $63,280 | 770 |
| Rochester, MN | $63,430 | $65,310 | 50 |
| Southeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area | $61,060 | $66,560 | 40 |
| Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area | $59,390 | $58,430 | 60 |
| Duluth, MN-WI | $53,770 | $54,800 | 80 |
| Southwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area | $45,590 | $49,610 | 30 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do clergy make in Minnesota?
The median clergy salary in Minnesota is $61,230 per year (mean $61,870), and about 80% earn between $38,350 and $79,000.
How much do clergy make per hour in Minnesota?
Roughly $30 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $61,870 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Minnesota a high-paying state for clergy?
Minnesota ranks #24 of 50 states for clergy pay. Its mean salary of $61,870 is about 7.5% below the U.S. average of $66,860.
Which metro areas in Minnesota pay clergy the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Minnesota for clergy are St. Cloud, MN ($66,280), Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI ($64,060), Rochester, MN ($63,430), by median annual wage.