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

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Clerk's salary?

A Clerk's salary grows with experience: a General Clerk I (0-1 years)earns $42,234, a Clerk (1-3 years)earns $46,925, a General Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $51,885, a Clerical Supervisor (5+ years)earns $73,205,

What are the highest paying states for a Clerk?

Clerk salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Clerk roles are District of Columbia $47,159, California $46,980, Massachusetts $46,354. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Clerk roles make?

Salaries for Clerk level roles vary by specialization: Law Clerk: $80,392; Travel Clerk: $56,504; Benefits Clerk: $55,095; Advertising Clerk: $50,478; Court Clerk: $44,353.

Clerk Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Clerk make in District of Columbia?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Clerk in District of Columbia is $47,159 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $53,233
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,584 to $50,338
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,509

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Clerk Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,338	$4,195	$968	$24
Average	$47,159	$3,930	$907	$23
25th Percentile	$41,584	$3,465	$800	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Clerk Salaries

A 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 Do 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 Clerks. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $47,159.
California: $46,980.
Massachusetts: $46,354.

District of Columbia $47,159 California $46,980 Massachusetts $46,354 Washington $46,183 New Jersey $46,166 Alaska $46,106 Connecticut $45,519 New York $45,280

Hawaii $44,518 Rhode Island $44,160 Maryland $43,917 Minnesota $43,585 Colorado $43,457 Illinois $43,415 Oregon $43,253 Delaware $43,134

New Hampshire $43,059 Virginia $42,891 Pennsylvania $42,401 Nevada $42,154 North Dakota $42,073 Michigan $41,945 Wisconsin $41,898 Vermont $41,805

Texas $41,545 Maine $41,528 Arizona $41,502 Ohio $41,472 Georgia $41,081 Indiana $40,885 Wyoming $40,846 Utah $40,787

Iowa $40,761 Kansas $40,557 Louisiana $40,497 North Carolina $40,476 Missouri $40,467 Florida $40,301 Montana $40,212 Nebraska $40,126

Kentucky $40,080 South Carolina $39,909 Tennessee $39,803 Idaho $39,760 New Mexico $39,449 Oklahoma $39,381 Alabama $39,130 South Dakota $38,708

Arkansas $38,478 West Virginia $38,355 Mississippi $37,984

Top Paying Cities for 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:

Parcel Return Service: $46,903
Washington: $46,903
Naval Anacost Annex: $46,901

Parcel Return Service, DC $46,903 Washington, DC $46,903 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $46,901 Washington Navy Yard, DC $46,903

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

Understanding how a 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 June 01, 2026

$41,584

Average $47,159/year

$50,338

$3,465

Average $3,930/month

$4,195

$800

Average $907/week

$968

$20

Average $23/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,338	$4,195	$968	$24
Average	$47,159	$3,930	$907	$23
25th Percentile	$41,584	$3,465	$800	$20

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