Intellectual Property Clerk Salary in the United States

How much does an Intellectual Property Clerk make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Intellectual Property Clerk in the United States is $47,465 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $58,007
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,742 to $52,983
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,442
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Intellectual Property Clerk Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $52,983 $4,415 $1,019 $25
Average $47,465 $3,955 $913 $23
25th Percentile $42,742 $3,562 $822 $21
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Key Factors That Influence Intellectual Property Clerk Salaries

An Intellectual Property Clerk'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 Intellectual Property Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Intellectual Property Clerk'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $45,956
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $46,284
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $49,097
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $53,261
  • Expert (over 8 years): $53,538
Levels Salary
Entry Level Intellectual Property Clerk$45,956
Intermediate Level Intellectual Property Clerk$46,284
Senior Level Intellectual Property Clerk$49,097
Specialist Level Intellectual Property Clerk$53,261
Expert Level Intellectual Property Clerk$53,538
$45,956 0 yr
$46,284 < 2 yrs
$49,097 2-4 yrs
$53,261 5-8 yrs
$53,538 > 8 yrs
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How Do Intellectual Property Clerk 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 Intellectual Property Clerks. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $52,553.
  • California: $52,354.
  • Massachusetts: $51,656.

Top Paying Cities for Intellectual Property Clerks

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:

  • San Jose: $59,868
  • San Francisco: $59,212
  • Oakland: $57,965

What Skills Can Increase an Intellectual Property Clerk's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 7.25% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Lead Generation (Mentioned in 3.86% Job Postings): In marketing, lead generation (/ˈliːd/) is the initiation of consumer interest or enquiry into products or services of a business. Leads can be created for purposes such as list building, e-newsletter list acquisition or for sales leads. The methods for generating leads typically fall under the umbrella of advertising, but may also include non-paid sources such as organic search engine results or referrals from existing customers. Leads may come from various sources or activities, for example, digitally via the Internet, through personal referrals, through telephone calls either by the company or telemarketers, through advertisements, and events. A 2015 study found that 89% of respondents cited email as the most-used channel for generating leads, followed by content marketing, search engine, and finally events. A study from 2014 found that direct traffic, search engines, and web referrals were the three most popular online channels for lead generation, accounting for 93% of leads.
  • Field Marketing (Mentioned in 2.1% Job Postings): Field marketing is a method highly-trained professionals use to build brands, customer relationships, and lead generation for a client or company.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 7.25%
Lead Generation 3.86%
Field Marketing 2.1%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Intellectual Property Clerk's salary.
  • Networking: Can increase your salary by up to 46%.
  • Lead Generation: Can increase your salary by up to 31%.
  • Insurance Sales: Can increase your salary by up to 21%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Networking
$69,299
46%
Lead Generation
$62,179
31%
Insurance Sales
$57,433
21%
Onboarding
$56,484
19%
Presentation
$55,534
17%
HRIS
$55,060
16%
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Intellectual Property Clerk Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Intellectual Property Clerk roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Insurance, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Intellectual Property Clerk positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Intellectual Property Clerk as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Intellectual Property Clerk

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Insurance$56,958$27.020%

Intellectual Property Clerk Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Intellectual Property Clerk'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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Intellectual Property Clerk

Salaries for an Intellectual Property Clerk can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $50,754 in 2023 to around $48,479 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Intellectual Property Clerk salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Intellectual Property Clerk Over Time

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$50,754
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$49,263
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FAQ about Intellectual Property Clerk

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Intellectual Property Clerk?

The Insurance industry offers the highest average compensation for Intellectual Property Clerk roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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