Clergy Salary in South Carolina
Clergies in South Carolina make a median of $59,170 a year, or about $28.45 an hour. The range runs from $42K at the entry level to $86K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across South Carolina. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $59K get you in South Carolina?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, South Carolina
Entry-level clergies (10th percentile) start around $42K. Mid-career wages sit at $59K. Top earners bring in $86K or more, a $44K spread from bottom to top.
Clergy salary by metro in South Carolina
4 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston-North Charleston | $61K | +3% | 90 |
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer | $61K | +3% | 90 |
| Columbia | $58K | -2% | 80 |
| Spartanburg | $55K | -7% | 70 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do clergies make in South Carolina?
The median is $59,170 a year, that works out to about $28 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $42,140, and experienced clergies can clear $86,420. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $59K enough to live in South Carolina?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,952/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,263/month, which eats 32% 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 South Carolina?
South Carolina 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 $63,508 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.