Clerical Support Salary in the United States

How much does a Clerical Support make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Clerical Support in the United States is $43,063 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

However, a Clerical Support's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $48,627
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $37,216 to $45,976
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,892
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Clerical Support Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $45,976 $3,831 $884 $22
Average $43,063 $3,589 $828 $21
25th Percentile $37,216 $3,101 $716 $18
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Key Factors That Influence Clerical Support Salaries

A Clerical Support'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 Clerical Support 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 Clerical Supports. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $47,680.
  • California: $47,499.
  • Massachusetts: $46,866.

Top Paying Cities for Clerical Supports

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: $54,316
  • San Francisco: $53,721
  • Oakland: $52,589

What Skills Can Increase a Clerical Support's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 17.55% 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.
  • Accounting (Mentioned in 2.55% Job Postings): Creating financial statements and reports based on the summary of financial and business transactions.
  • Office Management (Mentioned in 1.59% Job Postings): Office management is a profession involving the design, implementation, evaluation, and maintenance of the process of work within an office or other organization, in order to sustain and improve efficiency and productivity.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 17.55%
Accounting 2.55%
Office Management 1.59%
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 Clerical Support's salary.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Brand Awareness: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Commitment
$47,370
10%
Analysis
$47,370
10%
Brand Awareness
$46,939
9%
Accountability
$46,508
8%
Sales and Marketing
$46,508
8%
Leadership
$45,647
6%
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Clerical Support Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

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

The top paying industries for a Clerical Support

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$51,676$25.020%
Software & Networking$51,676$25.020%
Pharmaceuticals$49,523$24.015%
Aerospace & Defense$47,370$23.010%
Biotechnology$47,370$23.010%

How Education impacts a Clerical Support's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Clerical Supports 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 Clerical Support with a No Diploma is between $41,442 and $43,785).

Clerical Support Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Clerical Support
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.4%
High School 52.1%
Associates 12.7%
Bachelors 29.6%
Masters 4.2%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Clerical Support Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Clerical Support'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 Clerical Support

Salaries for a Clerical Support can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $41,386 in 2023 to around $40,315 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Clerical Support salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Clerical Support Over Time

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2023
$41,386
2024
$40,954
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$40,315
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2024 $40,954
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