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Clergy Salary in New York
Ranked #3 of 50 · NY
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of clergys in New York earn between $38,780 and $129,200. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean clergy salary in New York is $73,790, about 10.4% above the U.S. average ($66,860). That works out to roughly $35/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in New York
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmira, NY | $62,780 | $62,400 | 40 |
| Central East New York nonmetropolitan area | $62,710 | $65,450 | 130 |
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $61,860 | $77,870 | 6,110 |
| Utica-Rome, NY | $60,460 | $59,380 | 100 |
| Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY | $60,340 | $68,040 | 290 |
| Rochester, NY | $59,710 | $65,040 | 470 |
| Ithaca, NY | $58,750 | $63,590 | 40 |
| Kingston, NY | $55,380 | $64,750 | 60 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do clergy make in New York?
The median clergy salary in New York is $58,580 per year (mean $73,790), and about 80% earn between $38,780 and $129,200.
How much do clergy make per hour in New York?
Roughly $35 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $73,790 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is New York a high-paying state for clergy?
New York ranks #3 of 50 states for clergy pay. Its mean salary of $73,790 is about 10.4% above the U.S. average of $66,860.
Which metro areas in New York pay clergy the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in New York for clergy are Elmira, NY ($62,780), Central East New York nonmetropolitan area ($62,710), New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ ($61,860), by median annual wage.