Records Storage and Retrieval Clerk Salary in the United States

How much does a Records Storage and Retrieval Clerk make in the United States? (2025)

As of November 01, 2025, the average salary for a Records Storage and Retrieval Clerk in the United States is $54,696 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, a Records Storage and Retrieval Clerk's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $66,468
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,193 to $60,858
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,184
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Records Storage and Retrieval Clerk Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $60,858 $5,071 $1,170 $29
Average $54,696 $4,558 $1,052 $26
25th Percentile $49,193 $4,099 $946 $24
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Key Factors That Influence Records Storage and Retrieval Clerk Salaries

A Records Storage and Retrieval 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 Experience Level Affects Records Storage and Retrieval Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Records Storage and Retrieval 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): $51,072
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $51,485
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $54,393
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $57,653
  • Expert (over 8 years): $59,193
Levels Salary
Entry Level Records Storage and Retrieval Clerk $51,072
Intermediate Level Records Storage and Retrieval Clerk $51,485
Senior Level Records Storage and Retrieval Clerk $54,393
Specialist Level Records Storage and Retrieval Clerk $57,653
Expert Level Records Storage and Retrieval Clerk $59,193
$51,072 0 yr
$51,485 < 2 yrs
$54,393 2-4 yrs
$57,653 5-8 yrs
$59,193 > 8 yrs
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How Do Records Storage and Retrieval 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 Records Storage and Retrieval Clerks. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • California: $60,329.
  • Massachusetts: $59,525.
  • New Jersey: $59,285

How Education impacts a Records Storage and Retrieval Clerk's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Records Storage and Retrieval Clerks 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 a Records Storage and Retrieval Clerk with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $52,880 and $56,137.

Records Storage and Retrieval Clerk Salaries by Degree Level

Last Updated on November 01, 2025
Typical Education for Records Storage and Retrieval Clerk
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.2%
High School 35.1%
Associates 20.5%
Bachelors 39.2%
Masters 3.9%
Doctorate 0.1%
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Records Storage and Retrieval Clerk Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Records Storage and Retrieval 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.

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$49,193
Average $54,696/year
$60,858
$4,099
Average $4,558/month
$5,071
$946
Average $1,052/week
$1,170
$24
Average $26/hour
$29
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $60,858 $5,071 $1,170 $29
Average $54,696 $4,558 $1,052 $26
25th Percentile $49,193 $4,099 $946 $24

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Salary Trends for Records Storage and Retrieval Clerks

Salaries for a Records Storage and Retrieval Clerk can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $43,316 in 2023 to around $43,101 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Records Storage and Retrieval Clerk salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Records Storage and Retrieval Clerk Over Time

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Records Storage and Retrieval Clerk bonus and incentive rates

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Base Salary 62.8%
Bonuses 5.9%
Social Security 5.2%
401k/403b 2.9%
Disability 1.4%
Healthcare 9.8%
Pension 3.7%
Time Off 8.4%
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Core Compensation
Median % of Total
Base Salary $54,696 62.8%
Bonus $5,178 5.9%
Value of Benefits
Median % of Total
Social Security $4,529 5.2%
401K/403B $2,486 2.9%
Disability $1,184 1.4%
Healthcare $8,558 9.8%
Pension $3,197 3.7%
Time Off $7,286 8.4%
Total Compensation $87,115 100%
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