Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager in the United States is $99,907 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

However, an Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $118,839
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $90,379 to $109,817
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $81,704
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Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
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Weekly
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Hourly
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75th Percentile $109,817 $9,151 $2,112 $53
Average $99,907 $8,326 $1,921 $48
25th Percentile $90,379 $7,532 $1,738 $43
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Key Factors That Influence Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager Salaries

An Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager'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 Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager'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): $75,394
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $86,183
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $99,179
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $134,787
  • Expert (over 8 years): $165,987
Levels Salary
Office Su... Level Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager$75,394
Office Ma... Level Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager$86,183
Administr... Level Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager$99,179
Administr... Level Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager$134,787
Administr... Level Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager$165,987
$75,394 0 yr
$86,183 < 2 yrs
$99,179 2-4 yrs
$134,787 5-8 yrs
$165,987 > 8 yrs
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How Do Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager 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 Administrative Office/Clerical Services Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $110,617.
  • California: $110,198.
  • Massachusetts: $108,729.

Top Paying Cities for Administrative Office/Clerical Services Managers

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: $126,013
  • San Francisco: $124,633
  • Oakland: $122,007

What Skills Can Increase an Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Scheduling (Mentioned in 9.86% Job Postings): Scheduling is the process of arranging, controlling and optimizing work and workloads in a production process or manufacturing process.
  • Patient Care (Mentioned in 2.72% Job Postings): Patient care refers to the prevention, treatment, and management of illness and the preservation of physical and mental well-being through services offered by health professionals.
  • Pediatric (Mentioned in 1.5% Job Postings): Pediatrics is the branch of medicine that involves the medical care of infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Scheduling 9.86%
Patient Care 2.72%
Pediatric 1.5%
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 Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager's salary.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 26%.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 19%.
  • Initiative: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Commitment
$125,883
26%
Project Management
$118,890
19%
Initiative
$109,898
10%
Consulting
$107,900
8%
Administrative Support
$105,902
6%
Motivating
$104,903
5%
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Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager 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 Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$119,889$58.020%
Financial Services$111,896$54.012%
Pharmaceuticals$111,896$54.012%
Internet$109,898$53.010%
Aerospace & Defense$107,900$52.08%

How Education impacts an Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Administrative Office/Clerical Services Managers 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 Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $85,727 and $94,486).

Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 9.9%
High School 22.9%
Associates 19.1%
Bachelors 41.2%
Masters 6.1%
Doctorate 0.8%
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Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager'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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager

Salaries for an Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $92,358 in 2023 to around $92,211 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager Over Time

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2023
$92,358
2024
$92,558
2025
$92,211
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2024 $92,558
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FAQ about Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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