The National Opinion Research Center at the University of Chicago conducted a recent survey that discovered that clergy are America’s happiest and most satisfied workers. According to the study:

Top 3 Most Satisfying Jobs

1. 87% of clergy are very satisfied with their job
2. 80% of firefighters are very satisfied
3. 78% of physical therapists are very satisfied

Compared with an average satisfaction of 47% for all workers

Top 3 Happiest Jobs

1. 67% of clergy report being very happy
2. 57% of firefighters are very happy
3. 57% of transportation ticket and reservation agents are very happy

Compared with an average happiness of 33% for all workers

As the Chicago Tribune put it, “money really can’t buy happiness.” So the next time you start thinking that ministry is tough, just remember that you have the privilege of serving in America’s happiest and most satisfying profession.

[via The Christian Post & Chicago Tribune]