What are the main factors that influence an Order Entry Clerk I's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Order Entry Clerk I?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Order Entry Clerk I roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change An Order Entry Clerk 's salary?

An Order Entry Clerk 's salary grows with experience: an Order Entry Clerk I (0-1 years)earns $37,728, a Order Entry Clerk II (1-3 years)earns $49,173, an Order Entry Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $61,010, an Order Entry Supervisor (5+ years)earns $66,652, an Order Entry Senior Supervisor (5+ years)earns $85,692,

What are the highest paying states for an Order Entry Clerk I?

Order Entry Clerk I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Order Entry Clerk I roles are District of Columbia $41,250, California $41,100, Massachusetts $40,550. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Order Entry Clerk roles make?

Salaries for Order Entry Clerk level roles vary by specialization: Order Entry Clerk III: $60,300; Order Fulfillment Clerk III: $60,245; Senior Order Entry Clerk: $48,622; Order Entry Clerk II: $48,560; Order Fulfillment Clerk II: $48,556.

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Order Entry Clerk I Salary in Delaware

How much does an Order Entry Clerk I make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Order Entry Clerk I in Delaware is $37,730 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

However, an Order Entry Clerk I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,589
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,550 to $41,320
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,565

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Order Entry Clerk I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,320	$3,443	$795	$20
Average	$37,730	$3,144	$726	$18
25th Percentile	$35,550	$2,963	$684	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Order Entry Clerk I Salaries

An Order Entry Clerk I'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 Order Entry Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Order Entry Clerk I'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:

Order Entry Clerk I (0-1 years): $37,728
Order Entry Clerk II (1-3 years): $49,173
Order Entry Clerk III (3-5 years): $61,010
Order Entry Supervisor (5+ years): $66,652
Order Entry Senior Supervisor (5+ years): $85,692

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Order Entry Clerk I	0-1 years	$37,728
Order Entry Clerk II	1-3 years	$49,173
Order Entry Clerk III	3-5 years	$61,010
Order Entry Supervisor	5+ years	$66,652
Order Entry Senior Supervisor	5+ years	$85,692

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How Do Order Entry Clerk I 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 Order Entry Clerk Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $41,250.
California: $41,100.
Massachusetts: $40,550.

District of Columbia $41,250 California $41,100 Massachusetts $40,550 Washington $40,400 New Jersey $40,390 Alaska $40,330 Connecticut $39,820 New York $39,610

Hawaii $38,940 Rhode Island $38,630 Maryland $38,420 Minnesota $38,130 Colorado $38,020 Illinois $37,980 Oregon $37,840 Delaware $37,730

New Hampshire $37,670 Virginia $37,520 Pennsylvania $37,090 Nevada $36,880 North Dakota $36,810 Michigan $36,690 Wisconsin $36,650 Vermont $36,570

Texas $36,340 Maine $36,330 Arizona $36,310 Ohio $36,280 Georgia $35,940 Indiana $35,770 Wyoming $35,730 Utah $35,680

Iowa $35,660 Kansas $35,480 Louisiana $35,430 North Carolina $35,410 Missouri $35,400 Florida $35,260 Montana $35,180 Nebraska $35,100

Kentucky $35,060 South Carolina $34,910 Tennessee $34,820 Idaho $34,780 New Mexico $34,510 Oklahoma $34,450 Alabama $34,230 South Dakota $33,860

Arkansas $33,660 West Virginia $33,550 Mississippi $33,230

Top Paying Cities for Order Entry Clerk Is

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: $37,560
Little Creek: $37,840
Magnolia: $37,780

Lincoln, DE $37,560 Little Creek, DE $37,840 Magnolia, DE $37,780 Milford, DE $37,660 Marydel, DE $37,720 Millsboro, DE $37,410 Millville, DE $37,460 Milton, DE $37,530

Nassau, DE $37,560 Ocean View, DE $37,460 Rehoboth Beach, DE $37,530 Seaford, DE $37,550 Selbyville, DE $37,390 Smyrna, DE $37,860 Viola, DE $37,690 Woodside, DE $37,790

Bear, DE $37,700 Newark, DE $37,690 Claymont, DE $37,770 Delaware City, DE $37,730 Hockessin, DE $37,690 Kirkwood, DE $37,720 Middletown, DE $37,740 Montchanin, DE $37,700

New Castle, DE $37,700 Odessa, DE $37,750 Port Penn, DE $37,780 Rockland, DE $37,700 Saint Georges, DE $37,720 Townsend, DE $37,780 Winterthur, DE $37,700 Lewes, DE $37,540

Wilmington, DE $37,690 Dover, DE $37,840 Dover Afb, DE $37,640 Bethany Beach, DE $37,420 Bethel, DE $37,460 Bridgeville, DE $37,540 Camden Wyoming, DE $37,730 Cheswold, DE $37,830

Clayton, DE $37,830 Dagsboro, DE $37,390 Delmar, DE $37,330 Ellendale, DE $37,440 Felton, DE $37,660 Fenwick Island, DE $37,400 Frankford, DE $37,330 Frederica, DE $37,690

Georgetown, DE $37,380 Greenwood, DE $37,550 Harbeson, DE $37,420 Harrington, DE $37,610 Hartly, DE $37,720 Houston, DE $37,550 Kenton, DE $37,830 Laurel, DE $37,360

Yorklyn, DE $37,700

Order Entry Clerk I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Order Entry Clerk I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $42,237. While startup companies pay approximate $35,731.

Order Entry Clerk I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$35,731
Growth Stage	51~500	$37,790
Established	501~5000	$40,787
Enterprise	5000+	$42,237

Order Entry Clerk I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Order Entry Clerk I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Order Entry Clerk positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Order Entry Clerk I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Order Entry Clerk I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$47,162	$23.0	25%
Financial Services	$43,390	$21.0	15%
Energy & Utilities	$41,503	$20.0	10%
Insurance	$41,503	$20.0	10%
Pharmaceuticals	$41,503	$20.0	10%

Order Entry Clerk I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Order Entry Clerk I'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.

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$35,550

Average $37,730/year

$41,320

$2,963

Average $3,144/month

$3,443

$684

Average $726/week

$795

$17

Average $18/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,320	$3,443	$795	$20
Average	$37,730	$3,144	$726	$18
25th Percentile	$35,550	$2,963	$684	$17

Order Entry Clerk I Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Order Entry Clerk I, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Order Entry Clerk I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Order Entry Clerk II	$49,180	30%
Order Filler II	$45,300	20%

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