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Clergy

Median Salary
58,920
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Conduct religious worship and perform other spiritual functions associated with beliefs and practices of religious faith or denomination. Provide spiritual and moral guidance and assistance to members.

What sectors do they work in?

Private not for profit

92%

Self-employed

4%

Private for profit

3%

State and local government

1%

Federal Government

0%

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What is the job outlook?

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Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$22,820

10%

$58,920

Median

$75,060

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Master's degree

    47%

  • Bachelor's degree

    18%

  • Some college

    15%

  • High school

    12%

  • Doctoral degree

    5%

  • First professional degree

    1%


Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Divinity/Ministry
  • Pastoral Studies/Counseling
  • Youth Ministry
  • Clinical Pastoral Counseling/Patient Counseling
  • Theology/Theological Studies
  • Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies
  • Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
  • Rabbinical Studies
  • Chaplain/Chaplaincy Studies

Skills and Interests

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    High

  • Leadership

    High

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    High

  • Math and Science Skills

    Low

  • Technology Design and Control

    Low

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low


What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Philosophy and Theology
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Therapy and Counseling
  • Education and Training
  • Sociology and Anthropology

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Time Pressure

    Mid

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Decision Making

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

  • Level Of Competition

    Low


What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.