What are the main factors that influence an Administration Clerk's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Administration Clerk?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Administration Clerk roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change An Administration Clerk's salary?

An Administration Clerk's salary grows with experience: an Administrative Assistant I (0-1 years)earns $45,412, an Administration Clerk (1-3 years)earns $53,395, an Administrative Assistant III (3-5 years)earns $63,551, an Administrative Assistant IV (5-7 years)earns $74,547,

What are the highest paying states for an Administration Clerk?

Administration Clerk salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Administration Clerk roles are District of Columbia $57,933, California $57,714, Massachusetts $56,944. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Administration Clerk roles make?

Salaries for Administration Clerk level roles vary by specialization: Claims Administration Clerk IV: $67,400; Sales Administration Clerk III: $58,500; Contracts Administration Clerk: $58,490; Claims Administration Clerk III: $52,700; Sales Administration Clerk II: $50,780.

Administration Clerk Salary in Delaware

How much does an Administration Clerk make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Administration Clerk in Delaware is $52,989 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,682
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,133 to $58,586
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,801

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Administration Clerk Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,586	$4,882	$1,127	$28
Average	$52,989	$4,416	$1,019	$25
25th Percentile	$47,133	$3,928	$906	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Administration Clerk Salaries

An Administration 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 Administration 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 Administration Clerks. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $57,933.
California: $57,714.
Massachusetts: $56,944.

District of Columbia $57,933 California $57,714 Massachusetts $56,944 Washington $56,735 New Jersey $56,714 Alaska $56,641 Connecticut $55,919 New York $55,626

Hawaii $54,689 Rhode Island $54,250 Maryland $53,951 Minnesota $53,543 Colorado $53,386 Illinois $53,334 Oregon $53,135 Delaware $52,989

New Hampshire $52,897 Virginia $52,690 Pennsylvania $52,089 Nevada $51,785 North Dakota $51,686 Michigan $51,529 Wisconsin $51,471 Vermont $51,356

Texas $51,037 Maine $51,016 Arizona $50,985 Ohio $50,948 Georgia $50,467 Indiana $50,226 Wyoming $50,179 Utah $50,106

Iowa $50,074 Kansas $49,823 Louisiana $49,750 North Carolina $49,724 Missouri $49,713 Florida $49,509 Montana $49,399 Nebraska $49,295

Kentucky $49,237 South Carolina $49,028 Tennessee $48,897 Idaho $48,845 New Mexico $48,463 Oklahoma $48,379 Alabama $48,070 South Dakota $47,552

Arkansas $47,270 West Virginia $47,118 Mississippi $46,663

Top Paying Cities for Administration 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:

Lincoln: $52,750
Little Creek: $53,136
Magnolia: $53,060

Lincoln, DE $52,750 Little Creek, DE $53,136 Magnolia, DE $53,060 Milford, DE $52,884 Marydel, DE $52,971 Millsboro, DE $52,529 Millville, DE $52,610 Milton, DE $52,701

Nassau, DE $52,739 Ocean View, DE $52,601 Rehoboth Beach, DE $52,702 Seaford, DE $52,732 Selbyville, DE $52,514 Smyrna, DE $53,173 Viola, DE $52,928 Woodside, DE $53,070

Bear, DE $52,948 Newark, DE $52,928 Claymont, DE $53,036 Delaware City, DE $52,981 Hockessin, DE $52,923 Kirkwood, DE $52,971 Middletown, DE $52,991 Montchanin, DE $52,935

New Castle, DE $52,943 Odessa, DE $53,017 Port Penn, DE $53,053 Rockland, DE $52,941 Saint Georges, DE $52,975 Townsend, DE $53,056 Winterthur, DE $52,947 Lewes, DE $52,721

Wilmington, DE $52,926 Dover, DE $53,136 Dover Afb, DE $52,856 Bethany Beach, DE $52,546 Bethel, DE $52,600 Bridgeville, DE $52,724 Camden Wyoming, DE $52,987 Cheswold, DE $53,119

Clayton, DE $53,121 Dagsboro, DE $52,509 Delmar, DE $52,425 Ellendale, DE $52,584 Felton, DE $52,880 Fenwick Island, DE $52,520 Frankford, DE $52,429 Frederica, DE $52,932

Georgetown, DE $52,489 Greenwood, DE $52,732 Harbeson, DE $52,545 Harrington, DE $52,813 Hartly, DE $52,977 Houston, DE $52,738 Kenton, DE $53,123 Laurel, DE $52,458

Yorklyn, DE $52,939

Administration Clerk Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Administration Clerk roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Administration Clerk positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Administration Clerk as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Administration Clerk

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$66,236	$32.0	25%
Internet	$63,586	$31.0	20%
Software & Networking	$63,586	$31.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$60,937	$29.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$58,288	$28.0	10%

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

Understanding how an Administration 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

$47,133

Average $52,989/year

$58,586

$3,928

Average $4,416/month

$4,882

$906

Average $1,019/week

$1,127

$23

Average $25/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,586	$4,882	$1,127	$28
Average	$52,989	$4,416	$1,019	$25
25th Percentile	$47,133	$3,928	$906	$23

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