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

A General Clerk's salary grows with experience: a General Clerk I (0-1 years)earns $43,434, a General Clerk (1-3 years)earns $48,259, a General Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $53,355, a Clerical Supervisor (5+ years)earns $75,264,

What are the highest paying states for a General Clerk?

General Clerk salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for General Clerk roles are District of Columbia $48,980, California $48,794, Massachusetts $48,144. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of General Clerk roles make?

Salaries for General Clerk level roles vary by specialization: General Merchandise Clerk: $57,805; General Accounting Clerk: $49,299; Accounting General Ledger Clerk: $48,760; General Clerk III: $46,849; General Ledger Clerk: $42,655.

General Clerk Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a General Clerk make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a General Clerk in District of Columbia is $48,980 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $55,585
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,845 to $52,437
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,170

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General Clerk Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,437	$4,370	$1,008	$25
Average	$48,980	$4,082	$942	$24
25th Percentile	$43,845	$3,654	$843	$21

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Key Factors That Influence General Clerk Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $48,980.
California: $48,794.
Massachusetts: $48,144.

District of Columbia $48,980 California $48,794 Massachusetts $48,144 Washington $47,967 New Jersey $47,949 Alaska $47,887 Connecticut $47,277 New York $47,029

Hawaii $46,237 Rhode Island $45,865 Maryland $45,613 Minnesota $45,268 Colorado $45,136 Illinois $45,091 Oregon $44,923 Delaware $44,799

New Hampshire $44,721 Virginia $44,547 Pennsylvania $44,038 Nevada $43,782 North Dakota $43,698 Michigan $43,565 Wisconsin $43,516 Vermont $43,419

Texas $43,149 Maine $43,132 Arizona $43,105 Ohio $43,074 Georgia $42,667 Indiana $42,464 Wyoming $42,424 Utah $42,362

Iowa $42,335 Kansas $42,123 Louisiana $42,061 North Carolina $42,039 Missouri $42,030 Florida $41,858 Montana $41,765 Nebraska $41,676

Kentucky $41,627 South Carolina $41,451 Tennessee $41,340 Idaho $41,296 New Mexico $40,973 Oklahoma $40,902 Alabama $40,641 South Dakota $40,203

Arkansas $39,964 West Virginia $39,836 Mississippi $39,451

Top Paying Cities for General 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: $48,980
Washington: $48,980
Naval Anacost Annex: $48,980

Parcel Return Service, DC $48,980 Washington, DC $48,980 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $48,980 Washington Navy Yard, DC $48,980

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

Understanding how a General 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 April 01, 2026

$43,845

Average $48,980/year

$52,437

$3,654

Average $4,082/month

$4,370

$843

Average $942/week

$1,008

$21

Average $24/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,437	$4,370	$1,008	$25
Average	$48,980	$4,082	$942	$24
25th Percentile	$43,845	$3,654	$843	$21

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