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 $43,435, a General Clerk (1-3 years)earns $48,263, a General Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $53,351, a Clerical Supervisor (5+ years)earns $75,245,

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 $48,984, California $48,798, Massachusetts $48,148. 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: $57,773; General Accounting Clerk: $49,296; Accounting General Ledger Clerk: $48,756; General Clerk III: $46,846; General Ledger Clerk: $42,660.

General Clerk Salary in District of Columbia

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

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a General Clerk in District of Columbia is $48,984 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): $55,596
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,849 to $52,445
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,175

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General Clerk Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,445	$4,370	$1,009	$25
Average	$48,984	$4,082	$942	$24
25th Percentile	$43,849	$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: $48,984.
California: $48,798.
Massachusetts: $48,148.

District of Columbia $48,984 California $48,798 Massachusetts $48,148 Washington $47,971 New Jersey $47,953 Alaska $47,891 Connecticut $47,281 New York $47,033

Hawaii $46,241 Rhode Island $45,869 Maryland $45,617 Minnesota $45,272 Colorado $45,139 Illinois $45,095 Oregon $44,927 Delaware $44,803

New Hampshire $44,725 Virginia $44,551 Pennsylvania $44,042 Nevada $43,786 North Dakota $43,702 Michigan $43,569 Wisconsin $43,520 Vermont $43,423

Texas $43,153 Maine $43,135 Arizona $43,109 Ohio $43,078 Georgia $42,671 Indiana $42,467 Wyoming $42,427 Utah $42,365

Iowa $42,339 Kansas $42,127 Louisiana $42,065 North Carolina $42,043 Missouri $42,034 Florida $41,861 Montana $41,768 Nebraska $41,680

Kentucky $41,631 South Carolina $41,454 Tennessee $41,343 Idaho $41,299 New Mexico $40,976 Oklahoma $40,906 Alabama $40,644 South Dakota $40,206

Arkansas $39,968 West Virginia $39,839 Mississippi $39,454

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: $48,984
Washington: $48,984
Naval Anacost Annex: $48,984

Parcel Return Service, DC $48,984 Washington, DC $48,984 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $48,984 Washington Navy Yard, DC $48,984

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 February 01, 2026

$43,849

Average $48,984/year

$52,445

$3,654

Average $4,082/month

$4,370

$843

Average $942/week

$1,009

$21

Average $24/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,445	$4,370	$1,009	$25
Average	$48,984	$4,082	$942	$24
25th Percentile	$43,849	$3,654	$843	$21

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