What are the main factors that influence an Accounts Payable Clerk's salary?

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

How does experience change An Accounts Payable Clerk's salary?

An Accounts Payable Clerk's salary grows with experience: an Accounts Payable Clerk I (0-1 years)earns $51,030, an Accounts Payable Clerk (1-3 years)earns $57,043, an Accounts Payable Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $63,223, an Accounts Payable Supervisor (5+ years)earns $83,078, an Accounts Payable Senior Supervisor (5+ years)earns $101,639,

What are the highest paying states for an Accounts Payable Clerk?

Accounts Payable Clerk salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Accounts Payable Clerk roles are District of Columbia $58,035, California $57,815, Massachusetts $57,044. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Accounts Payable Clerk roles make?

Salaries for Accounts Payable Clerk level roles vary by specialization: Accounts Payable and Billing Clerk: $53,966; Accounts Payable & Purchasing Clerk: $52,375; Junior Accounts Payable Clerk: $51,518; Senior Accounts Payable Clerk: $51,159; Accounts Payable Processing Clerk: $50,600.

Accounts Payable Clerk Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Accounts Payable Clerk make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accounts Payable Clerk in District of Columbia is $58,035 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $67,134
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,760 to $62,798
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,868

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Accounts Payable Clerk Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,798	$5,233	$1,208	$30
Average	$58,035	$4,836	$1,116	$28
25th Percentile	$53,760	$4,480	$1,034	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Accounts Payable Clerk Salaries

An Accounts Payable 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 Accounts Payable Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accounts Payable 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): $51,030
Early Career (1-2 years): $57,043
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,223
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $83,078
Expert (over 8 years): $101,639

Levels	Salary
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable Clerk	$51,030
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable Clerk	$57,043
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable Clerk	$63,223
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable Clerk	$83,078
Accounts ... Level Accounts Payable Clerk	$101,639

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

District of Columbia: $58,035.
California: $57,815.
Massachusetts: $57,044.

District of Columbia $58,035 California $57,815 Massachusetts $57,044 Washington $56,835 New Jersey $56,814 Alaska $56,740 Connecticut $56,017 New York $55,724

Hawaii $54,785 Rhode Island $54,345 Maryland $54,046 Minnesota $53,637 Colorado $53,480 Illinois $53,428 Oregon $53,229 Delaware $53,082

New Hampshire $52,990 Virginia $52,783 Pennsylvania $52,180 Nevada $51,876 North Dakota $51,777 Michigan $51,619 Wisconsin $51,562 Vermont $51,446

Texas $51,127 Maine $51,106 Arizona $51,074 Ohio $51,038 Georgia $50,555 Indiana $50,314 Wyoming $50,267 Utah $50,194

Iowa $50,162 Kansas $49,911 Louisiana $49,837 North Carolina $49,811 Missouri $49,801 Florida $49,596 Montana $49,486 Nebraska $49,381

Kentucky $49,324 South Carolina $49,114 Tennessee $48,983 Idaho $48,930 New Mexico $48,548 Oklahoma $48,464 Alabama $48,155 South Dakota $47,636

Arkansas $47,353 West Virginia $47,201 Mississippi $46,745

Top Paying Cities for Accounts Payable 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: $57,720
Washington: $57,721
Naval Anacost Annex: $57,718

Parcel Return Service, DC $57,720 Washington, DC $57,721 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $57,718 Washington Navy Yard, DC $57,720

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

Understanding how an Accounts Payable 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 May 01, 2026

$53,760

Average $58,035/year

$62,798

$4,480

Average $4,836/month

$5,233

$1,034

Average $1,116/week

$1,208

$26

Average $28/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,798	$5,233	$1,208	$30
Average	$58,035	$4,836	$1,116	$28
25th Percentile	$53,760	$4,480	$1,034	$26

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