Access Control Clerk Salary in the United States

What is the salary range of an Access Control Clerk?

As of November 01, 2025, the average salary for an Access Control Clerk in the United States is $58,215 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,181
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,040 to $66,049
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,418
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Access Control Clerk Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $66,049 $5,504 $1,270 $32
Average $58,215 $4,851 $1,120 $28
25th Percentile $52,040 $4,337 $1,001 $25
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Key Factors That Influence Access Control Clerk Salaries

An Access 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Access Control Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Access 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $53,754
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $54,222
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,157
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $56,559
  • Expert (over 8 years): $59,152
Levels Salary
Entry Level Access Control Clerk $53,754
Intermediate Level Access Control Clerk $54,222
Senior Level Access Control Clerk $55,157
Specialist Level Access Control Clerk $56,559
Expert Level Access Control Clerk $59,152
$53,754 0 yr
$54,222 < 2 yrs
$55,157 2-4 yrs
$56,559 5-8 yrs
$59,152 > 8 yrs
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How Do Access Control 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 Access Control Clerks. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • California: $64,211.
  • Massachusetts: $63,356.
  • New Jersey: $63,100

How Education impacts an Access Control Clerk's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Access Control Clerks enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Access Control Clerk with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $54,324 and $59,033.

Access Control Clerk Salaries by Degree Level

Last Updated on November 01, 2025
Typical Education for Access Control Clerk
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.9%
High School 42.3%
Associates 18.3%
Bachelors 33.7%
Masters 2.9%
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Access Control Clerk Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Access 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.

Last Updated on November 01, 2025

Salary Trends for Access Control Clerks

Salaries for an Access Control Clerk can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $61,376 in 2023 to around $61,467 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Access Control Clerk salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Access Control Clerk Over Time

2022
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2023
$61,376
2024
$61,885
2025
$61,467
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2023 $61,376
2024 $61,885
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Access Control Clerk bonus and incentive rates

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Base Salary 63.9%
Bonuses 5.1%
Social Security 5.3%
401k/403b 2.9%
Disability 1.4%
Healthcare 9.2%
Pension 3.7%
Time Off 8.5%
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Core Compensation
Median % of Total
Base Salary $58,215 63.9%
Bonus $4,652 5.1%
Value of Benefits
Median % of Total
Social Security $4,809 5.3%
401K/403B $2,640 2.9%
Disability $1,257 1.4%
Healthcare $8,354 9.2%
Pension $3,395 3.7%
Time Off $7,737 8.5%
Total Compensation $91,059 100%
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