Clergy Salary in Alabama
Clergies in Alabama make a median of $50,050 a year, or about $24.06 an hour. The range runs from $30K at the entry level to $75K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Alabama. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $50K get you in Alabama?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Alabama
Entry-level clergies (10th percentile) start around $30K. Mid-career wages sit at $50K. Top earners bring in $75K or more, a $45K spread from bottom to top.
Clergy salary by metro in Alabama
5 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huntsville | $56K | +11% | 40 |
| Daphne-Fairhope-Foley | $53K | +6% | 40 |
| Birmingham | $52K | +5% | 230 |
| Mobile | $48K | -5% | 60 |
| Montgomery | $46K | -9% | 60 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do clergies make in Alabama?
The median is $50,050 a year, that works out to about $24 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $30,070, and experienced clergies can clear $75,210. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $50K enough to live in Alabama?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,326/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,085/month, which eats 32.6% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a clergy salary go in Alabama?
Alabama has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median clergy salary is worth about $56,643 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do clergies get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.