Clergy Salary in Rhode Island
Clergies in Rhode Island make a median of $62,340 a year, or about $29.97 an hour. The range runs from $34K at the entry level to $92K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Rhode Island. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $62K get you in Rhode Island?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Rhode Island
Entry-level clergies (10th percentile) start around $34K. Mid-career wages sit at $62K. Top earners bring in $92K or more, a $58K spread from bottom to top.
Clergy salary by metro in Rhode Island
1 metro area with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Providence-Warwick | $62K | +0% | 240 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do clergies make in Rhode Island?
The median is $62,340 a year, that works out to about $30 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $34,320, and experienced clergies can clear $91,970. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $62K enough to live in Rhode Island?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $4,181/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,544/month, which eats 36.9% 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 Rhode Island?
Rhode Island 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 $61,256 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.