What are the main factors that influence a Mail Processing Clerk's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for a Mail Processing Clerk?

Mail Processing Clerk salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Mail Processing Clerk roles are District of Columbia $42,880, California $42,710, Massachusetts $42,140. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Mail Processing Clerk roles make?

Salaries for Mail Processing Clerk level roles vary by specialization: Mail Clerk, Sr.: $76,801; Senior Mail Processing Clerk: $53,755; Processing Clerk: $47,300; Policy Processing Clerk, Sr.: $43,024; Mail Room Clerk: $39,219.

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Mail Processing Clerk Salary in Delaware

Q: How does experience change A Mail Processing Clerk's salary?

A Mail Processing Clerk's salary grows with experience: an Mail Processing Clerk (0-1 years)earns $39,212, an Administrative Postal and Messenger Services Supervisor (1-3 years)earns $53,370, an Administrative Postal and Messenger Services Manager (3-5 years)earns $78,100,

How much does a Mail Processing Clerk make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Mail Processing Clerk in Delaware is $39,220 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

However, a Mail Processing Clerk's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,073
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,170 to $41,760
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,393

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Mail Processing Clerk Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,760	$3,480	$803	$20
Average	$39,220	$3,268	$754	$19
25th Percentile	$36,170	$3,014	$696	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Mail Processing Clerk Salaries

A Mail Processing Clerk's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Mail Processing Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Mail Processing Clerk's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Mail Processing Clerk (0-1 years): $39,212
Administrative Postal and Messenger Services Supervisor (1-3 years): $53,370
Administrative Postal and Messenger Services Manager (3-5 years): $78,100

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Mail Processing Clerk	0-1 years	$39,212
Administrative Postal and Messenger Services Supervisor	1-3 years	$53,370
Administrative Postal and Messenger Services Manager	3-5 years	$78,100

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How Do Mail Processing Clerk Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Mail Processing Clerks. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $42,880.
California: $42,710.
Massachusetts: $42,140.

District of Columbia $42,880 California $42,710 Massachusetts $42,140 Washington $41,990 New Jersey $41,970 Alaska $41,920 Connecticut $41,390 New York $41,170

Hawaii $40,480 Rhode Island $40,150 Maryland $39,930 Minnesota $39,630 Colorado $39,510 Illinois $39,470 Oregon $39,330 Delaware $39,220

New Hampshire $39,150 Virginia $39,000 Pennsylvania $38,550 Nevada $38,330 North Dakota $38,250 Michigan $38,140 Wisconsin $38,090 Vermont $38,010

Texas $37,770 Maine $37,760 Arizona $37,730 Ohio $37,710 Georgia $37,350 Indiana $37,170 Wyoming $37,140 Utah $37,080

Iowa $37,060 Kansas $36,870 Louisiana $36,820 North Carolina $36,800 Missouri $36,790 Florida $36,640 Montana $36,560 Nebraska $36,480

Kentucky $36,440 South Carolina $36,290 Tennessee $36,190 Idaho $36,150 New Mexico $35,870 Oklahoma $35,810 Alabama $35,580 South Dakota $35,190

Arkansas $34,980 West Virginia $34,870 Mississippi $34,540

Top Paying Cities for Mail Processing Clerks

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $40,590
Little Creek: $40,210
Magnolia: $40,380

Lincoln, DE $40,590 Little Creek, DE $40,210 Magnolia, DE $40,380 Milford, DE $40,590 Marydel, DE $40,060 Millsboro, DE $40,590 Millville, DE $40,860 Milton, DE $40,590

Nassau, DE $40,590 Ocean View, DE $40,860 Rehoboth Beach, DE $40,860 Seaford, DE $40,160 Selbyville, DE $40,860 Smyrna, DE $40,010 Viola, DE $40,380 Woodside, DE $40,260

Bear, DE $39,720 Newark, DE $39,740 Claymont, DE $39,770 Delaware City, DE $39,740 Hockessin, DE $39,770 Kirkwood, DE $39,740 Middletown, DE $39,930 Montchanin, DE $39,770

New Castle, DE $39,770 Odessa, DE $39,990 Port Penn, DE $39,630 Rockland, DE $39,770 Saint Georges, DE $39,740 Townsend, DE $39,930 Winterthur, DE $39,770 Lewes, DE $40,590

Wilmington, DE $39,770 Dover, DE $40,190 Dover Afb, DE $40,290 Bethany Beach, DE $40,860 Bethel, DE $40,160 Bridgeville, DE $40,590 Camden Wyoming, DE $40,240 Cheswold, DE $40,100

Clayton, DE $40,000 Dagsboro, DE $40,860 Delmar, DE $40,160 Ellendale, DE $40,590 Felton, DE $40,590 Fenwick Island, DE $40,860 Frankford, DE $40,860 Frederica, DE $40,590

Georgetown, DE $40,590 Greenwood, DE $40,590 Harbeson, DE $40,590 Harrington, DE $40,590 Hartly, DE $39,980 Houston, DE $40,590 Kenton, DE $40,000 Laurel, DE $40,160

Yorklyn, DE $39,770

Mail Processing Clerk Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Mail Processing Clerk's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$36,170

Average $39,220/year

$41,760

$3,014

Average $3,268/month

$3,480

$696

Average $754/week

$803

$17

Average $19/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,760	$3,480	$803	$20
Average	$39,220	$3,268	$754	$19
25th Percentile	$36,170	$3,014	$696	$17

Mail Processing Clerk Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Mail Processing Clerk, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Administrative Postal and Messenger Services Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $53,400 - a projected growth of 36% over your current level.

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