What are the main factors that influence a General 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 General Clerk I?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for General Clerk I roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A General Clerk 's salary?

A General Clerk 's salary grows with experience: a General Clerk I (0-1 years)earns $38,620, a General Clerk II (1-3 years)earns $42,910, a General Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $47,448, a Clerical Supervisor (5+ years)earns $66,952,

What are the highest paying states for a General Clerk I?

General Clerk I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for General Clerk I roles are District of Columbia $42,224, California $42,064, Massachusetts $41,503. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of General Clerk roles make?

Salaries for General Clerk level roles vary by specialization: Benefits Clerk I: $51,036; Procurement Clerk I: $47,260; Loan Funding Clerk I: $45,195; General Clerk: $44,234; Transportation Clerk I: $44,128.

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General Clerk I Salary in Delaware

How much does a General Clerk I make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a General Clerk I in Delaware is $38,620 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $43,798
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $34,965 to $41,330
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,638

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General Clerk I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,330	$3,444	$795	$20
Average	$38,620	$3,218	$743	$19
25th Percentile	$34,965	$2,914	$672	$17

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Key Factors That Influence General Clerk I Salaries

A General 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 General Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a General 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:

General Clerk I (0-1 years): $38,620
General Clerk II (1-3 years): $42,910
General Clerk III (3-5 years): $47,448
Clerical Supervisor (5+ years): $66,952

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
General Clerk I	0-1 years	$38,620
General Clerk II	1-3 years	$42,910
General Clerk III	3-5 years	$47,448
Clerical Supervisor	5+ years	$66,952

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

District of Columbia: $42,224.
California: $42,064.
Massachusetts: $41,503.

District of Columbia $42,224 California $42,064 Massachusetts $41,503 Washington $41,351 New Jersey $41,336 Alaska $41,282 Connecticut $40,756 New York $40,542

Hawaii $39,860 Rhode Island $39,539 Maryland $39,322 Minnesota $39,025 Colorado $38,910 Illinois $38,872 Oregon $38,727 Delaware $38,620

New Hampshire $38,553 Virginia $38,403 Pennsylvania $37,964 Nevada $37,743 North Dakota $37,671 Michigan $37,556 Wisconsin $37,514 Vermont $37,430

Texas $37,198 Maine $37,183 Arizona $37,160 Ohio $37,133 Georgia $36,782 Indiana $36,607 Wyoming $36,572 Utah $36,519

Iowa $36,496 Kansas $36,313 Louisiana $36,260 North Carolina $36,241 Missouri $36,233 Florida $36,084 Montana $36,004 Nebraska $35,928

Kentucky $35,886 South Carolina $35,733 Tennessee $35,638 Idaho $35,600 New Mexico $35,322 Oklahoma $35,261 Alabama $35,036 South Dakota $34,658

Arkansas $34,452 West Virginia $34,341 Mississippi $34,010

Top Paying Cities for General 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: $38,446
Little Creek: $38,728
Magnolia: $38,672

Lincoln, DE $38,446 Little Creek, DE $38,728 Magnolia, DE $38,672 Milford, DE $38,544 Marydel, DE $38,607 Millsboro, DE $38,285 Millville, DE $38,344 Milton, DE $38,411

Nassau, DE $38,438 Ocean View, DE $38,338 Rehoboth Beach, DE $38,411 Seaford, DE $38,433 Selbyville, DE $38,274 Smyrna, DE $38,755 Viola, DE $38,576 Woodside, DE $38,680

Bear, DE $38,591 Newark, DE $38,576 Claymont, DE $38,655 Delaware City, DE $38,615 Hockessin, DE $38,573 Kirkwood, DE $38,607 Middletown, DE $38,622 Montchanin, DE $38,581

New Castle, DE $38,587 Odessa, DE $38,641 Port Penn, DE $38,667 Rockland, DE $38,585 Saint Georges, DE $38,610 Townsend, DE $38,670 Winterthur, DE $38,590 Lewes, DE $38,425

Wilmington, DE $38,575 Dover, DE $38,728 Dover Afb, DE $38,524 Bethany Beach, DE $38,297 Bethel, DE $38,337 Bridgeville, DE $38,427 Camden Wyoming, DE $38,619 Cheswold, DE $38,715

Clayton, DE $38,716 Dagsboro, DE $38,271 Delmar, DE $38,209 Ellendale, DE $38,325 Felton, DE $38,541 Fenwick Island, DE $38,279 Frankford, DE $38,212 Frederica, DE $38,579

Georgetown, DE $38,256 Greenwood, DE $38,433 Harbeson, DE $38,297 Harrington, DE $38,492 Hartly, DE $38,612 Houston, DE $38,437 Kenton, DE $38,718 Laurel, DE $38,233

Yorklyn, DE $38,584

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

General Clerk I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $43,197. While startup companies pay approximate $36,531.

General Clerk I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$36,531
Growth Stage	51~500	$38,638
Established	501~5000	$41,714
Enterprise	5000+	$43,197

General Clerk I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For General Clerk I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 39% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, General Clerk positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view General Clerk I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a General Clerk I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$46,344	$22.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$43,255	$21.0	12%
Software & Networking	$43,255	$21.0	12%
Internet	$42,482	$20.0	10%
Pharmaceuticals	$42,482	$20.0	10%

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

Understanding how a General 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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$34,965

Average $38,620/year

$41,330

$2,914

Average $3,218/month

$3,444

$672

Average $743/week

$795

$17

Average $19/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,330	$3,444	$795	$20
Average	$38,620	$3,218	$743	$19
25th Percentile	$34,965	$2,914	$672	$17

General Clerk I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a General Clerk I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the General Clerk II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $42,910 - a projected growth of 11% over your current level.

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