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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Ap Clerk in California is $48,184 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.
However, an Ap Clerk's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $51,648 | $4,304 | $993 | $25 |
| Average | $48,184 | $4,015 | $927 | $23 |
| 25th Percentile | $44,331 | $3,694 | $853 | $21 |
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An Ap 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.
Experience is a primary driver of an Ap 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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Ap Clerk Level Ap Clerk | $48,452 |
| Accounts ... Level Ap Clerk | $54,174 |
| Accounts ... Level Ap Clerk | $60,053 |
| Accounts ... Level Ap Clerk | $78,888 |
| Accounts ... Level Ap Clerk | $96,503 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Ap Clerks. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Ap Clerk roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Ap Clerk positions in Retail & Wholesale or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Ap Clerk as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmaceuticals | $67,458 | $32.0 | 40% |
| Software & Networking | $53,003 | $25.0 | 10% |
| Energy & Utilities | $52,039 | $25.0 | 8% |
| Aerospace & Defense | $51,557 | $25.0 | 7% |
| Biotechnology | $50,594 | $24.0 | 5% |
Understanding how an Ap 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $51,648 | $4,304 | $993 | $25 |
| Average | $48,184 | $4,015 | $927 | $23 |
| 25th Percentile | $44,331 | $3,694 | $853 | $21 |
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