Comparative Statistics 1998
Research Services
Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)

Figure 3
Percentages of Congregations in Size Categories, 1989-1998

Congregational Size Trends

The percentage of small-membership congregations (100 members or less) has increased steadily over the last 10 years, from 38% in 1989 to 43% in 1998.


Go to: Comparative Statistics 1998 Figure 4
Number of Congregations by Year Organized

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How can I order Comparative Statistics?

The 1998 Comparative Statistics report ($5) can be ordered from Presbyterian Distribution Service. Call PDS at (800) 524-2612 and ask for PDS # 65100-99022 for 1998 data and 70-360-98-021 for 1997 data.

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