What are the main factors that influence a Purchasing 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 A Purchasing Clerk 's salary?

A Purchasing Clerk 's salary grows with experience: a Purchasing Clerk I (0-1 years)earns $47,846, a Purchasing Clerk II (1-3 years)earns $53,619, a Purchasing Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $61,547, a Purchasing Clerk IV (5-7 years)earns $68,969, a Purchasing Supervisor (7+ years)earns $87,987,

What are the highest paying states for a Purchasing Clerk III?

Purchasing Clerk III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Purchasing Clerk III roles are District of Columbia $67,290, California $67,035, Massachusetts $66,141. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Purchasing Clerk roles make?

Salaries for Purchasing Clerk level roles vary by specialization: Purchasing Generalist III: $91,300; Commodities Purchasing Specialist III: $89,200; IT Purchasing Specialist III: $88,553; Purchasing Clerk IV: $68,104; Purchasing Agent III: $60,790.

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Purchasing Clerk III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Purchasing Clerk III make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Purchasing Clerk III in Delaware is $61,547 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,315
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,366 to $69,800
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,828

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Purchasing Clerk III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,800	$5,817	$1,342	$34
Average	$61,547	$5,129	$1,184	$30
25th Percentile	$54,366	$4,530	$1,045	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Purchasing Clerk III Salaries

A Purchasing 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 Purchasing Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Purchasing 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:

Purchasing Clerk I (0-1 years): $47,846
Purchasing Clerk II (1-3 years): $53,619
Purchasing Clerk III (3-5 years): $61,547
Purchasing Clerk IV (5-7 years): $68,969
Purchasing Supervisor (7+ years): $87,987

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Purchasing Clerk I	0-1 years	$47,846
Purchasing Clerk II	1-3 years	$53,619
Purchasing Clerk III	3-5 years	$61,547
Purchasing Clerk IV	5-7 years	$68,969
Purchasing Supervisor	7+ years	$87,987

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

District of Columbia: $67,290.
California: $67,035.
Massachusetts: $66,141.

District of Columbia $67,290 California $67,035 Massachusetts $66,141 Washington $65,898 New Jersey $65,874 Alaska $65,789 Connecticut $64,950 New York $64,610

Hawaii $63,522 Rhode Island $63,012 Maryland $62,665 Minnesota $62,191 Colorado $62,009 Illinois $61,948 Oregon $61,717 Delaware $61,547

New Hampshire $61,440 Virginia $61,200 Pennsylvania $60,502 Nevada $60,149 North Dakota $60,034 Michigan $59,851 Wisconsin $59,784 Vermont $59,651

Texas $59,280 Maine $59,256 Arizona $59,219 Ohio $59,177 Georgia $58,617 Indiana $58,338 Wyoming $58,283 Utah $58,198

Iowa $58,162 Kansas $57,870 Louisiana $57,785 North Carolina $57,754 Missouri $57,742 Florida $57,505 Montana $57,378 Nebraska $57,256

Kentucky $57,189 South Carolina $56,946 Tennessee $56,794 Idaho $56,733 New Mexico $56,290 Oklahoma $56,193 Alabama $55,834 South Dakota $55,232

Arkansas $54,904 West Virginia $54,728 Mississippi $54,199

Top Paying Cities for Purchasing 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: $61,270
Little Creek: $61,718
Magnolia: $61,629

Lincoln, DE $61,270 Little Creek, DE $61,718 Magnolia, DE $61,629 Milford, DE $61,425 Marydel, DE $61,526 Millsboro, DE $61,013 Millville, DE $61,107 Milton, DE $61,213

Nassau, DE $61,257 Ocean View, DE $61,096 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,214 Seaford, DE $61,248 Selbyville, DE $60,995 Smyrna, DE $61,761 Viola, DE $61,476 Woodside, DE $61,642

Bear, DE $61,499 Newark, DE $61,476 Claymont, DE $61,602 Delaware City, DE $61,538 Hockessin, DE $61,471 Kirkwood, DE $61,526 Middletown, DE $61,550 Montchanin, DE $61,485

New Castle, DE $61,494 Odessa, DE $61,580 Port Penn, DE $61,622 Rockland, DE $61,491 Saint Georges, DE $61,530 Townsend, DE $61,625 Winterthur, DE $61,498 Lewes, DE $61,236

Wilmington, DE $61,474 Dover, DE $61,718 Dover Afb, DE $61,393 Bethany Beach, DE $61,032 Bethel, DE $61,095 Bridgeville, DE $61,239 Camden Wyoming, DE $61,544 Cheswold, DE $61,698

Clayton, DE $61,700 Dagsboro, DE $60,990 Delmar, DE $60,892 Ellendale, DE $61,076 Felton, DE $61,420 Fenwick Island, DE $61,003 Frankford, DE $60,897 Frederica, DE $61,481

Georgetown, DE $60,966 Greenwood, DE $61,249 Harbeson, DE $61,031 Harrington, DE $61,343 Hartly, DE $61,533 Houston, DE $61,255 Kenton, DE $61,703 Laurel, DE $60,930

Yorklyn, DE $61,489

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

Understanding how a Purchasing 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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$54,366

Average $61,547/year

$69,800

$4,530

Average $5,129/month

$5,817

$1,045

Average $1,184/week

$1,342

$26

Average $30/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,800	$5,817	$1,342	$34
Average	$61,547	$5,129	$1,184	$30
25th Percentile	$54,366	$4,530	$1,045	$26

Purchasing Clerk III Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Purchasing 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.

Purchasing Clerk III Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Gas Supply Manager	$170,674	177%
IT Procurement Manager	$141,109	129%
Purchasing Clerk IV	$68,969	12%

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