What are the main factors that influence an Adjustment Clerk III'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 III?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Adjustment Clerk III roles, with salaries approximately 35% 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 III?

Adjustment Clerk III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Adjustment Clerk III roles are District of Columbia $54,666, California $54,458, Massachusetts $53,733. 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 III: $93,500; Loan Funding Clerk III: $64,149; Benefits Clerk III: $60,691; AR Clerk III: $55,083; Transportation Clerk III: $54,962.

Adjustment Clerk III Salary in Delaware

How much does an Adjustment Clerk III make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Adjustment Clerk III in Delaware is $50,000 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $58,211
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,015 to $54,298
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,475

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Adjustment Clerk III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,298	$4,525	$1,044	$26
Average	$50,000	$4,167	$962	$24
25th Percentile	$45,015	$3,751	$866	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Adjustment Clerk III Salaries

An Adjustment 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 Adjustment Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Adjustment 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:

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

District of Columbia: $54,666.
California: $54,458.
Massachusetts: $53,733.

District of Columbia $54,666 California $54,458 Massachusetts $53,733 Washington $53,535 New Jersey $53,515 Alaska $53,446 Connecticut $52,765 New York $52,488

Hawaii $51,605 Rhode Island $51,190 Maryland $50,909 Minnesota $50,523 Colorado $50,375 Illinois $50,326 Oregon $50,138 Delaware $50,000

New Hampshire $49,913 Virginia $49,719 Pennsylvania $49,151 Nevada $48,864 North Dakota $48,771 Michigan $48,623 Wisconsin $48,568 Vermont $48,460

Texas $48,158 Maine $48,139 Arizona $48,109 Ohio $48,074 Georgia $47,620 Indiana $47,393 Wyoming $47,349 Utah $47,280

Iowa $47,250 Kansas $47,013 Louisiana $46,944 North Carolina $46,919 Missouri $46,909 Florida $46,717 Montana $46,613 Nebraska $46,514

Kentucky $46,460 South Carolina $46,263 Tennessee $46,139 Idaho $46,090 New Mexico $45,729 Oklahoma $45,650 Alabama $45,359 South Dakota $44,870

Arkansas $44,604 West Virginia $44,460 Mississippi $44,031

Top Paying Cities for Adjustment 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:

Lincoln: $49,775
Little Creek: $50,139
Magnolia: $50,067

Lincoln, DE $49,775 Little Creek, DE $50,139 Magnolia, DE $50,067 Milford, DE $49,901 Marydel, DE $49,983 Millsboro, DE $49,566 Millville, DE $49,643 Milton, DE $49,728

Nassau, DE $49,765 Ocean View, DE $49,634 Rehoboth Beach, DE $49,729 Seaford, DE $49,758 Selbyville, DE $49,552 Smyrna, DE $50,174 Viola, DE $49,943 Woodside, DE $50,077

Bear, DE $49,962 Newark, DE $49,943 Claymont, DE $50,045 Delaware City, DE $49,993 Hockessin, DE $49,938 Kirkwood, DE $49,983 Middletown, DE $50,003 Montchanin, DE $49,950

New Castle, DE $49,957 Odessa, DE $50,027 Port Penn, DE $50,061 Rockland, DE $49,955 Saint Georges, DE $49,987 Townsend, DE $50,064 Winterthur, DE $49,961 Lewes, DE $49,748

Wilmington, DE $49,941 Dover, DE $50,139 Dover Afb, DE $49,875 Bethany Beach, DE $49,582 Bethel, DE $49,633 Bridgeville, DE $49,750 Camden Wyoming, DE $49,998 Cheswold, DE $50,123

Clayton, DE $50,124 Dagsboro, DE $49,547 Delmar, DE $49,468 Ellendale, DE $49,618 Felton, DE $49,897 Fenwick Island, DE $49,558 Frankford, DE $49,472 Frederica, DE $49,947

Georgetown, DE $49,529 Greenwood, DE $49,758 Harbeson, DE $49,581 Harrington, DE $49,834 Hartly, DE $49,989 Houston, DE $49,763 Kenton, DE $50,127 Laurel, DE $49,499

Yorklyn, DE $49,953

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

Adjustment Clerk III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $55,925. While startup companies pay approximate $47,296.

Adjustment Clerk III Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$47,296
Growth Stage	51~500	$50,022
Established	501~5000	$54,006
Enterprise	5000+	$55,925

Adjustment Clerk III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Adjustment Clerk III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Adjustment Clerk positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Adjustment Clerk III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Adjustment Clerk III

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$67,500	$32.0	35%
Software & Networking	$65,000	$31.0	30%
Internet	$62,500	$30.0	25%
Biotechnology	$60,000	$29.0	20%
Financial Services	$57,500	$28.0	15%

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

Understanding how an Adjustment 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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$45,015

Average $50,000/year

$54,298

$3,751

Average $4,167/month

$4,525

$866

Average $962/week

$1,044

$22

Average $24/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,298	$4,525	$1,044	$26
Average	$50,000	$4,167	$962	$24
25th Percentile	$45,015	$3,751	$866	$22

Adjustment Clerk III Salary Growth & Career Path

Adjustment Clerk III

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Accounting Clerk IV

Plant Controller

Accounting Manager

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Adjustment Clerk III, 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 III Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Bookkeeping Manager	$75,039	50%
Accounting Clerk IV	$61,937	24%
Plant Controller	$118,876	138%

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