What are the main factors that influence an Accounts Receivable Clerk III's salary?

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

How does experience change An Accounts Receivable Clerk 's salary?

An Accounts Receivable Clerk 's salary grows with experience: an Accounts Receivable Clerk I (0-1 years)earns $48,382, an Accounts Receivable Clerk II (1-3 years)earns $54,616, an Accounts Receivable Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $60,948, an Accounts Receivable Supervisor (5+ years)earns $80,638, an Accounts Receivable Senior Supervisor (5+ years)earns $96,520,

What are the highest paying states for an Accounts Receivable Clerk III?

Accounts Receivable Clerk III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Accounts Receivable Clerk III roles are District of Columbia $60,948, California $60,717, Massachusetts $59,908. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Accounts Receivable Clerk roles make?

Salaries for Accounts Receivable Clerk level roles vary by specialization: Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk III: $56,196; Accounts Receivable Collections Clerk: $55,948; Accounts Receivable Coordinator III: $55,100; Accounts Receivable Billing Clerk: $49,682; Accounts Receivable Clerk II: $49,328.

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Accounts Receivable Clerk III Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Accounts Receivable Clerk III make in District of Columbia?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accounts Receivable Clerk III in District of Columbia is $60,948 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, an Accounts Receivable Clerk III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,581
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,184 to $66,514
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,936

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Accounts Receivable Clerk III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,514	$5,543	$1,279	$32
Average	$60,948	$5,079	$1,172	$29
25th Percentile	$55,184	$4,599	$1,061	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Accounts Receivable Clerk III Salaries

An Accounts Receivable Clerk III'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 Receivable Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accounts Receivable Clerk III'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:

Accounts Receivable Clerk I (0-1 years): $48,382
Accounts Receivable Clerk II (1-3 years): $54,616
Accounts Receivable Clerk III (3-5 years): $60,948
Accounts Receivable Supervisor (5+ years): $80,638
Accounts Receivable Senior Supervisor (5+ years): $96,520

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Accounts Receivable Clerk I	0-1 years	$48,382
Accounts Receivable Clerk II	1-3 years	$54,616
Accounts Receivable Clerk III	3-5 years	$60,948
Accounts Receivable Supervisor	5+ years	$80,638
Accounts Receivable Senior Supervisor	5+ years	$96,520

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How Do Accounts Receivable Clerk III 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 Receivable Clerk IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $60,948.
California: $60,717.
Massachusetts: $59,908.

District of Columbia $60,948 California $60,717 Massachusetts $59,908 Washington $59,687 New Jersey $59,665 Alaska $59,588 Connecticut $58,829 New York $58,520

Hawaii $57,535 Rhode Island $57,073 Maryland $56,759 Minnesota $56,330 Colorado $56,164 Illinois $56,109 Oregon $55,900 Delaware $55,746

New Hampshire $55,649 Virginia $55,432 Pennsylvania $54,799 Nevada $54,480 North Dakota $54,375 Michigan $54,210 Wisconsin $54,150 Vermont $54,029

Texas $53,693 Maine $53,671 Arizona $53,638 Ohio $53,599 Georgia $53,093 Indiana $52,840 Wyoming $52,790 Utah $52,713

Iowa $52,680 Kansas $52,416 Louisiana $52,339 North Carolina $52,311 Missouri $52,300 Florida $52,085 Montana $51,970 Nebraska $51,860

Kentucky $51,799 South Carolina $51,579 Tennessee $51,441 Idaho $51,386 New Mexico $50,985 Oklahoma $50,896 Alabama $50,572 South Dakota $50,027

Arkansas $49,729 West Virginia $49,570 Mississippi $49,091

Top Paying Cities for Accounts Receivable Clerk IIIs

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:

Parcel Return Service: $60,948
Washington: $60,948
Naval Anacost Annex: $60,948

Parcel Return Service, DC $60,948 Washington, DC $60,948 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $60,948 Washington Navy Yard, DC $60,948

Accounts Receivable Clerk III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Accounts Receivable Clerk III'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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$55,184

Average $60,948/year

$66,514

$4,599

Average $5,079/month

$5,543

$1,061

Average $1,172/week

$1,279

$27

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,514	$5,543	$1,279	$32
Average	$60,948	$5,079	$1,172	$29
25th Percentile	$55,184	$4,599	$1,061	$27

Accounts Receivable Clerk III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Accounts Receivable Clerk III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Accounts Receivable Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $80,638 - a projected growth of 32% over your current level.

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