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

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for General Clerk III roles, with salaries approximately 25% 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 III?

General Clerk III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for General Clerk III roles are District of Columbia $51,876, California $51,679, Massachusetts $50,990. 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: Traffic Clerk III: $68,509; General Merchandise Clerk: $57,851; Bookkeeping Clerk III: $54,763; Accounting Clerk III: $54,743; General Accounting Clerk: $49,302.

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General Clerk III Salary in Delaware

How much does a General Clerk III make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a General Clerk III in Delaware is $47,448 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $61,097
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,994 to $54,593
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,849

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General Clerk III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,593	$4,549	$1,050	$26
Average	$47,448	$3,954	$912	$23
25th Percentile	$43,994	$3,666	$846	$21

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Key Factors That Influence General Clerk III Salaries

A General 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 General Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a General 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:

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

District of Columbia: $51,876.
California: $51,679.
Massachusetts: $50,990.

District of Columbia $51,876 California $51,679 Massachusetts $50,990 Washington $50,803 New Jersey $50,784 Alaska $50,718 Connecticut $50,072 New York $49,809

Hawaii $48,971 Rhode Island $48,577 Maryland $48,310 Minnesota $47,945 Colorado $47,804 Illinois $47,757 Oregon $47,579 Delaware $47,448

New Hampshire $47,366 Virginia $47,181 Pennsylvania $46,642 Nevada $46,370 North Dakota $46,281 Michigan $46,141 Wisconsin $46,089 Vermont $45,986

Texas $45,700 Maine $45,682 Arizona $45,654 Ohio $45,621 Georgia $45,190 Indiana $44,974 Wyoming $44,932 Utah $44,866

Iowa $44,838 Kansas $44,613 Louisiana $44,548 North Carolina $44,524 Missouri $44,515 Florida $44,332 Montana $44,234 Nebraska $44,140

Kentucky $44,089 South Carolina $43,901 Tennessee $43,784 Idaho $43,737 New Mexico $43,395 Oklahoma $43,320 Alabama $43,044 South Dakota $42,580

Arkansas $42,327 West Virginia $42,191 Mississippi $41,784

Top Paying Cities for General 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: $47,234
Little Creek: $47,580
Magnolia: $47,512

Lincoln, DE $47,234 Little Creek, DE $47,580 Magnolia, DE $47,512 Milford, DE $47,354 Marydel, DE $47,432 Millsboro, DE $47,036 Millville, DE $47,109 Milton, DE $47,190

Nassau, DE $47,225 Ocean View, DE $47,101 Rehoboth Beach, DE $47,191 Seaford, DE $47,218 Selbyville, DE $47,023 Smyrna, DE $47,613 Viola, DE $47,394 Woodside, DE $47,521

Bear, DE $47,411 Newark, DE $47,394 Claymont, DE $47,491 Delaware City, DE $47,441 Hockessin, DE $47,389 Kirkwood, DE $47,432 Middletown, DE $47,450 Montchanin, DE $47,400

New Castle, DE $47,407 Odessa, DE $47,474 Port Penn, DE $47,506 Rockland, DE $47,405 Saint Georges, DE $47,435 Townsend, DE $47,508 Winterthur, DE $47,411 Lewes, DE $47,209

Wilmington, DE $47,392 Dover, DE $47,580 Dover Afb, DE $47,329 Bethany Beach, DE $47,051 Bethel, DE $47,100 Bridgeville, DE $47,211 Camden Wyoming, DE $47,446 Cheswold, DE $47,565

Clayton, DE $47,566 Dagsboro, DE $47,018 Delmar, DE $46,943 Ellendale, DE $47,085 Felton, DE $47,351 Fenwick Island, DE $47,029 Frankford, DE $46,947 Frederica, DE $47,397

Georgetown, DE $47,001 Greenwood, DE $47,218 Harbeson, DE $47,051 Harrington, DE $47,291 Hartly, DE $47,438 Houston, DE $47,223 Kenton, DE $47,568 Laurel, DE $46,972

Yorklyn, DE $47,404

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

General Clerk III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $53,070. While startup companies pay approximate $44,882.

General Clerk III Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$44,882
Growth Stage	51~500	$47,469
Established	501~5000	$51,249
Enterprise	5000+	$53,070

General Clerk III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For General Clerk III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 75% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% 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 III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a General Clerk III

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$59,310	$29.0	25%
Software & Networking	$59,310	$29.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$56,938	$27.0	20%
Financial Services	$56,938	$27.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$56,938	$27.0	20%

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

Understanding how a General 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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$43,994

Average $47,448/year

$54,593

$3,666

Average $3,954/month

$4,549

$846

Average $912/week

$1,050

$21

Average $23/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,593	$4,549	$1,050	$26
Average	$47,448	$3,954	$912	$23
25th Percentile	$43,994	$3,666	$846	$21

General Clerk III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a General Clerk III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Clerical Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $66,952 - a projected growth of 41% over your current level.

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