Account Payables Clerk Salary in the United States

How much does an Account Payables Clerk make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Account Payables Clerk in the United States is $52,181 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,355
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,335 to $56,459
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,834
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Account Payables Clerk Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $56,459 $4,705 $1,086 $27
Average $52,181 $4,348 $1,003 $25
25th Percentile $48,335 $4,028 $930 $23
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Key Factors That Influence Account Payables Clerk Salaries

An Account Payables 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 Account Payables Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Account Payables 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): $45,875
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $51,289
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $56,852
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $74,691
  • Expert (over 8 years): $91,372
Levels Salary
Accounts ... Level Account Payables Clerk$45,875
Account P... Level Account Payables Clerk$51,289
Accounts ... Level Account Payables Clerk$56,852
Accounts ... Level Account Payables Clerk$74,691
Accounts ... Level Account Payables Clerk$91,372
$45,875 0 yr
$51,289 < 2 yrs
$56,852 2-4 yrs
$74,691 5-8 yrs
$91,372 > 8 yrs
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How Do Account Payables 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 Account Payables Clerks. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $57,775.
  • California: $57,555.
  • Massachusetts: $56,788.

Top Paying Cities for Account Payables 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: $65,816
  • San Francisco: $65,095
  • Oakland: $63,723

What Skills Can Increase an Account Payables Clerk's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 3.25% 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.
  • General Ledger (Mentioned in 2.08% Job Postings): Creating and keeping track of business transactions and activities to monitor financial operations.
  • Accounting Software (Mentioned in 1.13% Job Postings): Accounting software makes it easier for business owners to manage financial procedures, performing financial tasks correctly and quickly.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 3.25%
General Ledger 2.08%
Accounting Software 1.13%
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 Account Payables Clerk's salary.
  • Concur: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Innovation: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Concur
$55,312
6%
Presentation
$55,312
6%
Innovation
$54,790
5%
Collaboration
$54,790
5%
Leadership
$54,790
5%
Process Improvement
$54,790
5%
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Account Payables Clerk Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Account Payables Clerk roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Account Payables Clerk positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Account Payables Clerk as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Account Payables Clerk

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$62,617$30.020%
Pharmaceuticals$61,573$30.018%
Energy & Utilities$60,008$29.015%
Financial Services$60,008$29.015%
Chemicals$57,399$28.010%

How Education impacts an Account Payables Clerk's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Account Payables Clerks enter the field with a Associate's Degree 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 Account Payables Clerk with a Associate's Degree is between $48,167 and $50,899).

Account Payables Clerk Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Account Payables Clerk
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.1%
High School 38.3%
Associates 25.9%
Bachelors 32.2%
Masters 2.3%
Doctorate 0.2%
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Account Payables Clerk Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Account Payables 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 July 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Account Payables Clerk

Salaries for an Account Payables Clerk can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $47,347 in 2023 to around $46,402 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Account Payables Clerk salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Account Payables Clerk Over Time

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$46,685
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