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1 On average, a pastor is going to cost anywhere from $100 to as much as $450. 2  WeddingPastor.com offers different plans at different price points. 3  They have 4 plan levels from officiating just the wedding ceremony only to holding private meetings, rehearsals, and ceremonies.4  Their prices range from $200 to $450. Their prices range from $200 to $450. 2  If you are from the area of Sacramento, Sacramento-Wedding-Officiants.com offers the service of a pastor for anywhere from $230 to $250. 3  This is a one time payment made to the pastor and includes several things.
How Much to Pay. The amount you pay the preacher depends in part on the amount of time he spends preparing for your ceremony. If you are being married in the church, you may be required to go through premarital counseling. If you receive several sessions of counseling, paying a minimum of $300 is appropriate. If there is no counseling and little preparation, a minimum donation of $100 to $150 would be acceptable. Pay the preacher no later than the day of the wedding.