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Clergy Salary in Texas
Ranked #23 of 50 · TX
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of clergys in Texas earn between $37,220 and $84,940. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean clergy salary in Texas is $62,430, about 6.6% below the U.S. average ($66,860). That works out to roughly $30/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waco, TX | $70,300 | $76,020 | 40 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX | $62,760 | $63,310 | 270 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX | $62,670 | $64,400 | 220 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $61,010 | $63,930 | 670 |
| Killeen-Temple, TX | $60,380 | $64,040 | 50 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $60,040 | $64,650 | 920 |
| Amarillo, TX | $59,910 | $67,840 | 30 |
| San Angelo, TX | $59,870 | $67,000 | 40 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do clergy make in Texas?
The median clergy salary in Texas is $59,480 per year (mean $62,430), and about 80% earn between $37,220 and $84,940.
How much do clergy make per hour in Texas?
Roughly $30 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $62,430 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Texas a high-paying state for clergy?
Texas ranks #23 of 50 states for clergy pay. Its mean salary of $62,430 is about 6.6% below the U.S. average of $66,860.
Which metro areas in Texas pay clergy the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Texas for clergy are Waco, TX ($70,300), San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX ($62,760), Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX ($62,670), by median annual wage.