What are the main factors that influence an Adjustment 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 Adjustment Clerk I?

The Telecom industry offers the highest average compensation for Adjustment Clerk I roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change An Adjustment Clerk 's salary?

An Adjustment Clerk 's salary grows with experience: an Adjustment Clerk I (0-1 years)earns $38,422, an Adjustment Clerk II (1-3 years)earns $43,153, an Adjustment Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $50,000,

What are the highest paying states for an Adjustment Clerk I?

Adjustment Clerk I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Adjustment Clerk I roles are District of Columbia $42,007, California $41,848, Massachusetts $41,290. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Adjustment Clerk roles make?

Salaries for Adjustment Clerk level roles vary by specialization: Land Clerk I: $61,520; Benefits Clerk I: $51,036; Adjustment Clerk III: $49,373; Loan Funding Clerk I: $45,195; Transportation Clerk I: $44,128.

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Adjustment Clerk I Salary in Delaware

How much does an Adjustment Clerk I make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Adjustment Clerk I in Delaware is $38,422 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $43,030
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $34,407 to $40,834
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,753

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Adjustment Clerk I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,834	$3,403	$785	$20
Average	$38,422	$3,202	$739	$18
25th Percentile	$34,407	$2,867	$662	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Adjustment Clerk I Salaries

An Adjustment 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 Adjustment Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Adjustment 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:

Adjustment Clerk I (0-1 years): $38,422
Adjustment Clerk II (1-3 years): $43,153
Adjustment Clerk III (3-5 years): $50,000

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Adjustment Clerk I	0-1 years	$38,422
Adjustment Clerk II	1-3 years	$43,153
Adjustment Clerk III	3-5 years	$50,000

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

District of Columbia: $42,007.
California: $41,848.
Massachusetts: $41,290.

District of Columbia $42,007 California $41,848 Massachusetts $41,290 Washington $41,138 New Jersey $41,123 Alaska $41,070 Connecticut $40,546 New York $40,334

Hawaii $39,655 Rhode Island $39,336 Maryland $39,120 Minnesota $38,824 Colorado $38,710 Illinois $38,672 Oregon $38,528 Delaware $38,422

New Hampshire $38,355 Virginia $38,206 Pennsylvania $37,769 Nevada $37,549 North Dakota $37,477 Michigan $37,363 Wisconsin $37,322 Vermont $37,238

Texas $37,007 Maine $36,992 Arizona $36,969 Ohio $36,942 Georgia $36,593 Indiana $36,419 Wyoming $36,384 Utah $36,331

Iowa $36,309 Kansas $36,126 Louisiana $36,073 North Carolina $36,054 Missouri $36,047 Florida $35,899 Montana $35,819 Nebraska $35,743

Kentucky $35,702 South Carolina $35,550 Tennessee $35,455 Idaho $35,417 New Mexico $35,140 Oklahoma $35,079 Alabama $34,855 South Dakota $34,480

Arkansas $34,275 West Virginia $34,165 Mississippi $33,835

Top Paying Cities for Adjustment 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: $38,249
Little Creek: $38,529
Magnolia: $38,473

Lincoln, DE $38,249 Little Creek, DE $38,529 Magnolia, DE $38,473 Milford, DE $38,346 Marydel, DE $38,409 Millsboro, DE $38,088 Millville, DE $38,147 Milton, DE $38,213

Nassau, DE $38,241 Ocean View, DE $38,141 Rehoboth Beach, DE $38,214 Seaford, DE $38,236 Selbyville, DE $38,077 Smyrna, DE $38,555 Viola, DE $38,378 Woodside, DE $38,481

Bear, DE $38,392 Newark, DE $38,378 Claymont, DE $38,456 Delaware City, DE $38,416 Hockessin, DE $38,374 Kirkwood, DE $38,409 Middletown, DE $38,424 Montchanin, DE $38,383

New Castle, DE $38,389 Odessa, DE $38,443 Port Penn, DE $38,469 Rockland, DE $38,387 Saint Georges, DE $38,412 Townsend, DE $38,471 Winterthur, DE $38,391 Lewes, DE $38,228

Wilmington, DE $38,376 Dover, DE $38,529 Dover Afb, DE $38,326 Bethany Beach, DE $38,100 Bethel, DE $38,140 Bridgeville, DE $38,230 Camden Wyoming, DE $38,420 Cheswold, DE $38,516

Clayton, DE $38,517 Dagsboro, DE $38,074 Delmar, DE $38,013 Ellendale, DE $38,128 Felton, DE $38,343 Fenwick Island, DE $38,082 Frankford, DE $38,016 Frederica, DE $38,381

Georgetown, DE $38,060 Greenwood, DE $38,236 Harbeson, DE $38,100 Harrington, DE $38,294 Hartly, DE $38,413 Houston, DE $38,240 Kenton, DE $38,519 Laurel, DE $38,037

Yorklyn, DE $38,386

Adjustment Clerk I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Adjustment Clerk I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $42,975. While startup companies pay approximate $36,344.

Adjustment Clerk I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$36,344
Growth Stage	51~500	$38,439
Established	501~5000	$41,500
Enterprise	5000+	$42,975

Adjustment Clerk I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Adjustment Clerk I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Telecom and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Adjustment Clerk positions in Insurance or Financial Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Adjustment Clerk I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Adjustment Clerk I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Telecom	$49,948	$24.0	30%
Energy & Utilities	$48,027	$23.0	25%
Aerospace & Defense	$46,106	$22.0	20%
Hospitality & Leisure	$44,185	$21.0	15%
Construction	$42,264	$20.0	10%

Adjustment Clerk I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Adjustment 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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$34,407

Average $38,422/year

$40,834

$2,867

Average $3,202/month

$3,403

$662

Average $739/week

$785

$17

Average $18/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,834	$3,403	$785	$20
Average	$38,422	$3,202	$739	$18
25th Percentile	$34,407	$2,867	$662	$17

Adjustment Clerk I Salary Growth & Career Path

Adjustment Clerk I

Bookkeeper

Adjustment Clerk II

Accounting Clerk II

Plant Controller

Bookkeeping Manager

Adjustment Clerk III

Accounting Manager

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Adjustment 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.

Adjustment Clerk I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Bookkeeper	$44,391	16%
Adjustment Clerk II	$43,153	12%
Accounting Clerk II	$49,281	28%
Plant Controller	$118,876	209%

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