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Clergy average salary by city in Virginia
- Charlottesville$61,330
- Richmond$59,760
- Virginia Beach$54,360
- Roanoke$53,620
- Lynchburg$49,300
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlottesville | $61,330 | $62,370 | $54,920 | $48,746 | 99 |
| Richmond | $59,760 | $60,190 | $48,080 | $47,575 | 98 |
| Virginia Beach | $54,360 | $50,330 | $37,270 | $43,547 | 98 |
| Roanoke | $53,620 | $53,130 | $37,420 | $42,995 | 94 |
| Lynchburg | $49,300 | $43,990 | $37,440 | $39,772 | 89 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 21-2011.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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