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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Inventory Control Clerk in Tennessee is $35,627 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.
However, an Inventory Control Clerk's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Inventory Control Clerk Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $39,818 | $3,318 | $766 | $19 |
| Average | $35,627 | $2,969 | $685 | $17 |
| 25th Percentile | $33,021 | $2,752 | $635 | $16 |
US Foods, Inc. - Alcoa, TN
Randstad - Smyrna, TN
BJ's Wholesale Club - Sevierville, TN
Hub Group - Memphis, TN
An Inventory Control 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.
Experience is a primary driver of an Inventory Control 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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Inventory... Level Inventory Control Clerk | $35,319 |
| Inventory... Level Inventory Control Clerk | $43,234 |
| Inventory... Level Inventory Control Clerk | $49,827 |
| Inventory... Level Inventory Control Clerk | $71,579 |
| Inventory... Level Inventory Control Clerk | $79,404 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Inventory Control Clerks. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Inventory Control Clerk roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 61% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Inventory Control Clerk positions in Energy & Utilities or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Inventory Control Clerk as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Services | $46,316 | $22.0 | 30% |
| Software & Networking | $45,247 | $22.0 | 27% |
| Aerospace & Defense | $44,534 | $21.0 | 25% |
| Pharmaceuticals | $43,465 | $21.0 | 22% |
| Business Services | $42,753 | $21.0 | 20% |
Understanding how an Inventory Control 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $39,818 | $3,318 | $766 | $19 |
| Average | $35,627 | $2,969 | $685 | $17 |
| 25th Percentile | $33,021 | $2,752 | $635 | $16 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Inventory Control Clerk job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
Whisper Carts
Johnson City, TN
Whisper Carts | Johnson City, TN
Job Description. Job Description. Position Overview. Position Title. Inventory Clerk. Position Location. Johnson City, TN. Shift. 1st. Supervisor. Inventor... more
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Randstad
Smyrna, TN
Randstad | Smyrna, TN
Randstad - [Retail Associate / Team Member] As an Inventory Clerk at Randstad, you'll: Be working in either an office or warehouse setting. Coordinate all ... more
4 Days Ago
Sunland Logistics Solutions, Inc.
Milan, TN
Sunland Logistics Solutions, Inc. | Milan, TN
Job Description. Job Description. JOB SUMMARY. Inventory Specialist is responsible for ensuring product inventory on a daily basis including shipping and r... more
1 Day Ago
Westlake
Bristol, TN
Westlake | Bristol, TN
Westlake is seeking a Supervisor – Inventory Control to lead inventory management, receiving, production planning and scheduling, and Product Data Manageme... more
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Ethnix Group
Smyrna, TN
Ethnix Group | Smyrna, TN
is Warehouse Inventory Control Analyst Join the ETHNIX Group team. We are looking for a detail-oriented Warehouse Inventory Control Analyst to help maintai... more
2 Days Ago
Randstad
Lebanon, TN
Randstad | Lebanon, TN
Salary:$19.49 - 19.50 per hour none Reference:AB_4970702 Summary:The Inventory Control Associate ensures inventory accuracy by executing a structured cycle... more
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