Center Store Clerk Salary in the United States

How much does a Center Store Clerk make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Center Store Clerk in the United States is $29,502 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $14.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $33,967
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $27,810 to $31,839
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $26,270
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Center Store Clerk Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $31,839 $2,653 $612 $15
Average $29,502 $2,459 $567 $14
25th Percentile $27,810 $2,318 $535 $13
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Key Factors That Influence Center Store Clerk Salaries

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

  • District of Columbia: $32,665.
  • California: $32,541.
  • Massachusetts: $32,107.

Top Paying Cities for Center Store 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: $37,211
  • San Francisco: $36,804
  • Oakland: $36,028

What Skills Can Increase a Center Store Clerk's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 12.6% 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.
  • Guest Service (Mentioned in 3.23% Job Postings): Guest services is a division of the hospitality industry. The goal of guest services is to provide customers with an enjoyable experience, primarily in the hotel and spa industry, sports facilities, and event venues.
  • Inventory Management (Mentioned in 1.01% Job Postings): Overseeing and controlling supplies and stock to ensure that an organization maintains an adequate stock quantity.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 12.6%
Guest Service 3.23%
Inventory Management 1.01%
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 a Center Store Clerk's salary.
  • SAS: Can increase your salary by up to 32%.
  • Sales and Marketing: Can increase your salary by up to 30%.
  • Innovation: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
SAS
$38,943
32%
Sales and Marketing
$38,353
30%
Innovation
$33,633
14%
Results Oriented
$33,337
13%
Management Skills
$33,042
12%
Visual Merchandising
$33,042
12%
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Center Store Clerk Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Center Store Clerk roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Retail & Wholesale, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Center Store Clerk positions in Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Center Store Clerk as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Center Store Clerk

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Retail & Wholesale$32,452$16.010%
Media$30,977$15.05%

How Education impacts a Center Store Clerk's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Center Store Clerks enter the field with a No Diploma degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Center Store Clerk with a No Diploma is between $28,544 and $30,496).

Center Store Clerk Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Center Store Clerk
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 4.7%
High School 59.1%
Associates 14.1%
Bachelors 19.5%
Masters 2.7%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Center Store Clerk Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Center Store 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 Center Store Clerk

Salaries for a Center Store Clerk can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $34,182 in 2023 to around $34,108 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Center Store Clerk salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Center Store Clerk Over Time

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2023
$34,182
2024
$34,362
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2024 $34,362
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