Occupation ยท SOC 21-2011
Clergy: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of clergy can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 58,080 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $60,820 ($29.24 an hour).
US employment
58,080
Median annual wage
$60,820
Mean annual wage
$67,160
Median hourly wage
$29.24
Education and training
Typical education
Bachelor's degree
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
Moderate-term on-the-job training
Job zone
5
Extensive preparation
Pay by state
Top 5 by nominal pay
- California$77,850
- Washington$77,530
- Nevada$70,150
- Massachusetts$67,830
- Vermont$66,860
Top 5 after cost of living
- Washington$72,450
- California$70,310
- Nevada$70,160
- Wyoming$68,900
- Vermont$68,250
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors | $65,140 | $4,320 (+7.1%) | 5 | Master's degree |
| Social and Community Service Managers | $78,240 | $17,420 (+28.6%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary | $78,050 | $17,230 (+28.3%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $63,780 | $2,960 (+4.9%) | 5 | Master's degree |
| Education Administrators, Postsecondary | $103,960 | $43,140 (+70.9%) | 5 | Master's degree |
| Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary | $104,070 | $43,250 (+71.1%) | 5 | Master's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. New York9,210
- 2. California6,390
- 3. Oregon4,340
- 4. Florida3,370
- 5. Pennsylvania2,660
- 6. Illinois2,620
- 7. Texas2,310
- 8. Michigan2,220
- 9. Ohio2,060
- 10. North Carolina1,450
States that pay the most
- 1. California$77,850
- 2. Washington$77,530
- 3. Nevada$70,150
- 4. Massachusetts$67,830
- 5. Vermont$66,860
- 6. New Hampshire$66,670
- 7. Georgia$65,510
- 8. Minnesota$65,350
- 9. Connecticut$65,040
- 10. District of Columbia$64,990
Median annual wage. Based on 51 states and territories with published figures.
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