How Many Pastors Received a Raise in 2021-2022?

Among all pastors, 46.1 percent reported receiving a raise in 2021-2022. While salary changes varied based on church size, differences were visible between positions regardless of size. Notably, executive pastors were the most likely to receive a raise (55.2%), while solo pastors were among the least likely (34.8%).

Based on 5,520 surveyed employees serving in full-time pastoral types of positions.
Chart: Aaron M. Hill Source: ChurchSalary