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

What industry pays the highest salary for Purchasing Clerk III?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for Purchasing Clerk III roles, with salaries approximately 13% above the market median.

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 $47,853, a Purchasing Clerk II (1-3 years)earns $53,635, a Purchasing Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $61,568, a Purchasing Clerk IV (5-7 years)earns $68,994, a Purchasing Supervisor (7+ years)earns $88,012,

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 $67,313, California $67,058, Massachusetts $66,164. 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: $89,300; IT Purchasing Specialist III: $88,573; Purchasing Clerk IV: $68,129; Procurement Clerk III: $60,800.

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Purchasing Clerk III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Purchasing Clerk III make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Purchasing Clerk III in Delaware is $61,568 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): $77,338
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,388 to $69,823
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,851

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Purchasing Clerk III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,823	$5,819	$1,343	$34
Average	$61,568	$5,131	$1,184	$30
25th Percentile	$54,388	$4,532	$1,046	$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): $47,853
Purchasing Clerk II (1-3 years): $53,635
Purchasing Clerk III (3-5 years): $61,568
Purchasing Clerk IV (5-7 years): $68,994
Purchasing Supervisor (7+ years): $88,012

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Purchasing Clerk I	0-1 years	$47,853
Purchasing Clerk II	1-3 years	$53,635
Purchasing Clerk III	3-5 years	$61,568
Purchasing Clerk IV	5-7 years	$68,994
Purchasing Supervisor	7+ years	$88,012

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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: $67,313.
California: $67,058.
Massachusetts: $66,164.

District of Columbia $67,313 California $67,058 Massachusetts $66,164 Washington $65,921 New Jersey $65,897 Alaska $65,812 Connecticut $64,973 New York $64,632

Hawaii $63,544 Rhode Island $63,033 Maryland $62,687 Minnesota $62,213 Colorado $62,030 Illinois $61,969 Oregon $61,738 Delaware $61,568

New Hampshire $61,461 Virginia $61,222 Pennsylvania $60,522 Nevada $60,170 North Dakota $60,054 Michigan $59,872 Wisconsin $59,805 Vermont $59,671

Texas $59,300 Maine $59,276 Arizona $59,240 Ohio $59,197 Georgia $58,638 Indiana $58,358 Wyoming $58,303 Utah $58,218

Iowa $58,182 Kansas $57,890 Louisiana $57,805 North Carolina $57,774 Missouri $57,762 Florida $57,525 Montana $57,398 Nebraska $57,276

Kentucky $57,209 South Carolina $56,966 Tennessee $56,814 Idaho $56,753 New Mexico $56,309 Oklahoma $56,212 Alabama $55,853 South Dakota $55,251

Arkansas $54,923 West Virginia $54,747 Mississippi $54,218

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: $61,291
Little Creek: $61,740
Magnolia: $61,651

Lincoln, DE $61,291 Little Creek, DE $61,740 Magnolia, DE $61,651 Milford, DE $61,447 Marydel, DE $61,547 Millsboro, DE $61,034 Millville, DE $61,128 Milton, DE $61,234

Nassau, DE $61,278 Ocean View, DE $61,118 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,235 Seaford, DE $61,270 Selbyville, DE $61,016 Smyrna, DE $61,782 Viola, DE $61,498 Woodside, DE $61,663

Bear, DE $61,521 Newark, DE $61,498 Claymont, DE $61,623 Delaware City, DE $61,559 Hockessin, DE $61,492 Kirkwood, DE $61,547 Middletown, DE $61,571 Montchanin, DE $61,506

New Castle, DE $61,515 Odessa, DE $61,602 Port Penn, DE $61,643 Rockland, DE $61,512 Saint Georges, DE $61,552 Townsend, DE $61,647 Winterthur, DE $61,519 Lewes, DE $61,257

Wilmington, DE $61,495 Dover, DE $61,740 Dover Afb, DE $61,414 Bethany Beach, DE $61,053 Bethel, DE $61,116 Bridgeville, DE $61,260 Camden Wyoming, DE $61,566 Cheswold, DE $61,719

Clayton, DE $61,721 Dagsboro, DE $61,011 Delmar, DE $60,913 Ellendale, DE $61,098 Felton, DE $61,442 Fenwick Island, DE $61,024 Frankford, DE $60,918 Frederica, DE $61,502

Georgetown, DE $60,988 Greenwood, DE $61,270 Harbeson, DE $61,053 Harrington, DE $61,364 Hartly, DE $61,555 Houston, DE $61,276 Kenton, DE $61,724 Laurel, DE $60,951

Yorklyn, DE $61,510

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

Purchasing Clerk III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $68,863. While startup companies pay approximate $58,238.

Purchasing Clerk III Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$58,238
Growth Stage	51~500	$61,596
Established	501~5000	$66,501
Enterprise	5000+	$68,863

Purchasing Clerk III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Purchasing Clerk III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 35% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 13% above the average. In contrast, Purchasing Clerk positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Purchasing Clerk III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Purchasing Clerk III

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Internet	$69,572	$33.0	13%
Financial Services	$67,725	$33.0	10%
Pharmaceuticals	$67,109	$32.0	9%
Energy & Utilities	$66,494	$32.0	8%
Healthcare	$65,878	$32.0	7%

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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$54,388

Average $61,568/year

$69,823

$4,532

Average $5,131/month

$5,819

$1,046

Average $1,184/week

$1,343

$26

Average $30/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,823	$5,819	$1,343	$34
Average	$61,568	$5,131	$1,184	$30
25th Percentile	$54,388	$4,532	$1,046	$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	$170,765	177%
IT Procurement Manager	$141,140	129%
Purchasing Clerk IV	$68,994	12%

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