What are the main factors that influence a Catholic Priest's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for a Catholic Priest?

Catholic Priest salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Catholic Priest roles are District of Columbia $47,226, California $47,047, Massachusetts $46,420. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Catholic Priest roles make?

Salaries for Catholic Priest level roles vary by specialization: Roman Catholic Priest: $106,148; Catholic Youth Minister: $63,171; Priest: $55,512.

Catholic Priest Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Catholic Priest make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Catholic Priest in Rhode Island is $44,224 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

However, a Catholic Priest's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $61,978
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,431 to $53,517
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $29,337

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Catholic Priest Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,517	$4,460	$1,029	$26
Average	$44,224	$3,685	$850	$21
25th Percentile	$36,431	$3,036	$701	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Catholic Priest Salaries

A Catholic Priest's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Catholic Priest Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Catholic Priests. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $47,226.
California: $47,047.
Massachusetts: $46,420.

District of Columbia $47,226 California $47,047 Massachusetts $46,420 Washington $46,250 New Jersey $46,233 Alaska $46,173 Connecticut $45,584 New York $45,345

Hawaii $44,582 Rhode Island $44,224 Maryland $43,980 Minnesota $43,648 Colorado $43,520 Illinois $43,477 Oregon $43,315 Delaware $43,196

New Hampshire $43,121 Virginia $42,952 Pennsylvania $42,462 Nevada $42,215 North Dakota $42,134 Michigan $42,006 Wisconsin $41,959 Vermont $41,865

Texas $41,605 Maine $41,588 Arizona $41,562 Ohio $41,532 Georgia $41,140 Indiana $40,943 Wyoming $40,905 Utah $40,845

Iowa $40,820 Kansas $40,615 Louisiana $40,555 North Carolina $40,534 Missouri $40,525 Florida $40,359 Montana $40,270 Nebraska $40,184

Kentucky $40,137 South Carolina $39,967 Tennessee $39,860 Idaho $39,817 New Mexico $39,506 Oklahoma $39,438 Alabama $39,186 South Dakota $38,764

Arkansas $38,534 West Virginia $38,410 Mississippi $38,039

Top Paying Cities for Catholic Priests

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $44,776
Albion: $44,398
Ashaway: $44,691

Adamsville, RI $44,776 Albion, RI $44,398 Ashaway, RI $44,691 Barrington, RI $44,281 Block Island, RI $44,528 Bradford, RI $44,665 Bristol, RI $44,452 Carolina, RI $44,591

Charlestown, RI $44,607 Chepachet, RI $44,518 Clayville, RI $44,394 Coventry, RI $44,396 West Greenwich, RI $44,519 East Greenwich, RI $44,366 Exeter, RI $44,506 Fiskeville, RI $44,280

Forestdale, RI $44,622 Foster, RI $44,495 Glendale, RI $44,625 Greene, RI $44,553 Greenville, RI $44,297 Harmony, RI $44,355 Harrisville, RI $44,606 Hope, RI $44,308

Hope Valley, RI $44,652 Hopkinton, RI $44,711 Jamestown, RI $44,562 Kenyon, RI $44,585 Little Compton, RI $44,770 Manville, RI $44,456 Mapleville, RI $44,527 Newport, RI $44,607

Middletown, RI $44,626 North Kingstown, RI $44,443 North Scituate, RI $44,355 Oakland, RI $44,575 Pascoag, RI $44,635 Pawtucket, RI $44,215 Central Falls, RI $44,235 Cumberland, RI $44,486

Lincoln, RI $44,279 Portsmouth, RI $44,602 Prudence Island, RI $44,510 Rockville, RI $44,704 Saunderstown, RI $44,535 Shannock, RI $44,588 Slatersville, RI $44,622 Slocum, RI $44,534

Tiverton, RI $44,738 Wakefield, RI $44,573 Kingston, RI $44,556 Narragansett, RI $44,585 Peace Dale, RI $44,567 Warren, RI $44,395 Warwick, RI $44,272 Westerly, RI $44,702

West Kingston, RI $44,570 West Warwick, RI $44,326 Wood River Junction, RI $44,633 Woonsocket, RI $44,624 North Smithfield, RI $44,523 Wyoming, RI $44,588 Providence, RI $44,202 Cranston, RI $44,208

North Providence, RI $44,213 East Providence, RI $44,205 Riverside, RI $44,219 Rumford, RI $44,213 Smithfield, RI $44,302 Johnston, RI $44,228

Catholic Priest Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Catholic Priest's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$36,431

Average $44,224/year

$53,517

$3,036

Average $3,685/month

$4,460

$701

Average $850/week

$1,029

$18

Average $21/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,517	$4,460	$1,029	$26
Average	$44,224	$3,685	$850	$21
25th Percentile	$36,431	$3,036	$701	$18

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