As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Campus Minister in the United States is $58,079 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.
However, a Campus Minister's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Campus Minister Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
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| 75th Percentile | $64,238 | $5,353 | $1,235 | $31 |
| Average | $58,079 | $4,840 | $1,117 | $28 |
| 25th Percentile | $52,885 | $4,407 | $1,017 | $25 |
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A Campus Minister's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Campus Minister's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Campus Minister | $56,374 |
| Intermediate Level Campus Minister | $56,529 |
| Senior Level Campus Minister | $58,539 |
| Specialist Level Campus Minister | $61,113 |
| Expert Level Campus Minister | $61,296 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Campus Ministers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
Understanding how a Campus Minister'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $64,238 | $5,353 | $1,235 | $31 |
| Average | $58,079 | $4,840 | $1,117 | $28 |
| 25th Percentile | $52,885 | $4,407 | $1,017 | $25 |
For a Campus Minister, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Campus Ministries Director role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $64,393 - a projected growth of 11% over your current level.
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A Campus Minister's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Campus Minister earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Campus Minister is $73,255.
The highest pay for Campus Minister is $69,845.
The lowest pay for Campus Minister is $48,156.
Provides spiritual leadership, guidance, and assistance to support students and faculty. Performs religious services, leads prayer, and conducts worship. Develops and prepares educational material to foster and support faith and religion on campus. Organizes and implements faith-based programs and events including social functions, counseling, classes, or volunteer retreats and service projects. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Typically requires 2-4 years of related experience.
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