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Hourly Wage for Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk I Salary in the United States

What is the hourly salary range of Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk I?

As of November 01, 2025, the average hourly rate for an Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk I in the United States is $21, which translates to an annual salary of about $43,258.

However, the hourly wage can vary significantly based on several factors. Here’s a detailed look at the typical pay range per hour:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $24 per hour
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $19 to $22 per hour
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $18 per hour
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Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk I Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $46,676 $3,890 $898 $22
Average $43,258 $3,605 $832 $21
25th Percentile $39,835 $3,320 $766 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk I Salaries

An Accounts Payable/Receivable 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 Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk I Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accounts Payable/Receivable 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $43,010
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $43,621
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $44,133
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $44,286
  • Expert (over 8 years): $44,389
Levels Salary
Entry Level Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk I $43,010
Intermediate Level Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk I $43,621
Senior Level Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk I $44,133
Specialist Level Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk I $44,286
Expert Level Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk I $44,389
$43,010 0 yr
$43,621 < 2 yrs
$44,133 2-4 yrs
$44,286 5-8 yrs
$44,389 > 8 yrs
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How Do Accounts Payable/Receivable 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 Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • California: $47,714.
  • Massachusetts: $47,078.
  • New Jersey: $46,887

Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Accounts Payable/Receivable 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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75th Percentile $46,676 $3,890 $898 $22
Average $43,258 $3,605 $832 $21
25th Percentile $39,835 $3,320 $766 $19

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Salary Trends for Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk Is

Salaries for an Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk I can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $43,220 in 2023 to around $42,224 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk I salary trends, .

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Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk I bonus and incentive rates

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Base Salary 59.7%
Bonuses 7.5%
Social Security 5.1%
401k/403b 2.8%
Disability 1.3%
Healthcare 11.5%
Pension 3.6%
Time Off 8.3%
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Core Compensation
Median % of Total
Base Salary $43,258 59.7%
Bonus $5,440 7.5%
Value of Benefits
Median % of Total
Social Security $3,725 5.1%
401K/403B $2,045 2.8%
Disability $974 1.3%
Healthcare $8,352 11.5%
Pension $2,630 3.6%
Time Off $5,994 8.3%
Total Compensation $72,418 100%
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FAQ about Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk I

1. What are the responsibilities of Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk I?

Supports the day-to-day operational activities of an organization's accounts receivable and accounts payable functions. Ensures transactions are recorded promptly and accurately in accordance with internal accounting policies. Creates and distributes invoices to customers and verifies, records, and posts payments received. Reviews purchase orders, statements, and invoices to verify amounts owed and records and processes payments for debts owed by the organization. Responds to customer or vendor inquiries regarding payments or billing and researches and resolves discrepancies. Maintains and reconciles accounts payable and receivable ledger accounts. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience.

2. What are the skills of Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk I

Specify the abilities and skills that a person needs in order to carry out the specified job duties. Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Customer Service: Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.

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Credit Card: A credit card is a type of credit facility, provided by banks that allow customers to borrow funds within a pre-approved credit limit.

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Accounting Software: Accounting software makes it easier for business owners to manage financial procedures, performing financial tasks correctly and quickly.

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