Minister Compensation Calculator

What will be the base salary for the minister? (including the designated housing allowance)*
The amount for the housing allowance is determined by the minister, based on their actual housing expenses. That amount is not set by the Consistory, but will be approved by the Consistory. The housing allowance designation does not change the salary amount. The housing allowance can be designated by ministers who own a home, rent a home, or live in a parsonage. To view the most current minimum salary guidelines by classis: Classis Minimum Salary Guidelines.
Will housing be provided by the church?
This can include housing in the form of a parsonage, manse, etc.
- Yes
- No
What is the fair rental value of the parsonage?*
It is important to remember that ministers will pay 15.3% of the fair rental value of the parsonage in self-employment taxes. Half of this amount (7.65%) is factored into the SECA tax assistance reflected in the final calculation. Fair Market Value is the annual amount, not the monthly rent amount. See the ECFA Minister's Tax and Financial Guide "Housing Exclusion" section for more information.
What will be the annual amount of contributions to the RCA 403(b) Retirement Program?*
To find this value, please utilize our Retirement Contribution calculator that can be found at https://www.rca.org/benefits/retirement/contribution-limits.
What will be the annual cost for Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Insurance Premiums?*
To find this value, please user our Online LTD Calculator that can be found at https://www.rca.org/benefits/ltd-and-life-calculator.
What will be the annual cost of medical insurance premiums, as well as any other financial benefits the minister will receive for medical expenses?*
For current rates for RBA medical insurance, you may contact the RBA directly: https://reformedbenefits.org/contact. Ministers may enroll in a different medical insurance program that meets their needs, but both the minister and church should review the minimum standards for Medical Insurance before selecting a plan. Please note that medi-share plans are not a permitted alternative to medical insurance.
Will the insurance premiums be paid directly from the church to the insurance provider, or be given to the minister to pay the premiums individually?
- Directly from the church to the provider
- To the minister, who will pay the premiums individually
Total of other annual expenses that qualify for an Accountable Reimbursement Plan included in the compensation package, but not subject to taxes. The following are examples...*
- Professional Development (Must be equal to or greater than 1/52 of base salary)
- Professional Expenses
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Contributions toward a Health Savings Account
- Other

Itemized Salary Package Breakdown

Salary (Including Housing Allowance):

SECA Tax Assistance:

Retirement Contribution:

Medical Insurance:

Group Life and LTD Insurance Premiums:

Parsonage Value (If applicable):

Additional items:

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Total Compensation including Benefits:

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Parsonage Value (If applicable):

$0.00

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