What are the main factors that influence a Data Processing Clerk's salary?

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

How does experience change A Data Processing Clerk's salary?

A Data Processing Clerk's salary grows with experience: a Transaction Processing Assistant I (0-1 years)earns $44,645, a Data Processing Clerk (1-3 years)earns $48,429, a Transaction Processing Assistant III (3-5 years)earns $54,235, a Transaction Processing Assistant IV (5-7 years)earns $62,545, a Transaction Processing Supervisor (7+ years)earns $84,571,

What are the highest paying states for a Data Processing Clerk?

Data Processing Clerk salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Processing Clerk roles are District of Columbia $52,648, California $52,448, Massachusetts $51,749. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Processing Clerk roles make?

Salaries for Data Processing Clerk level roles vary by specialization: Payroll Processing Clerk IV: $62,690; Order Processing Clerk III: $60,220; Payroll Processing Clerk III: $56,990; Payroll Processing Clerk II: $50,813; Data Entry and Processing Clerk III: $48,800.

Data Processing Clerk Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Processing Clerk make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Processing Clerk in Delaware is $48,154 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,778
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $44,201 to $54,762
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,601

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Data Processing Clerk Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,762	$4,564	$1,053	$26
Average	$48,154	$4,013	$926	$23
25th Percentile	$44,201	$3,683	$850	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Data Processing Clerk Salaries

A Data Processing 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 Experience Level Affects Data Processing Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Processing 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): $44,645
Early Career (1-2 years): $48,429
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $54,235
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,545
Expert (over 8 years): $84,571

Levels	Salary
Transacti... Level Data Processing Clerk	$44,645
Data Proc... Level Data Processing Clerk	$48,429
Transacti... Level Data Processing Clerk	$54,235
Transacti... Level Data Processing Clerk	$62,545
Transacti... Level Data Processing Clerk	$84,571

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How Do Data Processing 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 Data Processing Clerks. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $52,648.
California: $52,448.
Massachusetts: $51,749.

District of Columbia $52,648 California $52,448 Massachusetts $51,749 Washington $51,559 New Jersey $51,540 Alaska $51,473 Connecticut $50,817 New York $50,551

Hawaii $49,699 Rhode Island $49,300 Maryland $49,029 Minnesota $48,658 Colorado $48,515 Illinois $48,468 Oregon $48,287 Delaware $48,154

New Hampshire $48,070 Virginia $47,883 Pennsylvania $47,336 Nevada $47,060 North Dakota $46,970 Michigan $46,827 Wisconsin $46,775 Vermont $46,671

Texas $46,380 Maine $46,361 Arizona $46,333 Ohio $46,300 Georgia $45,862 Indiana $45,643 Wyoming $45,601 Utah $45,534

Iowa $45,506 Kansas $45,277 Louisiana $45,211 North Carolina $45,187 Missouri $45,177 Florida $44,992 Montana $44,892 Nebraska $44,797

Kentucky $44,745 South Carolina $44,555 Tennessee $44,436 Idaho $44,388 New Mexico $44,041 Oklahoma $43,965 Alabama $43,684 South Dakota $43,214

Arkansas $42,957 West Virginia $42,819 Mississippi $42,405

Top Paying Cities for Data Processing 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: $47,937
Little Creek: $48,288
Magnolia: $48,219

Lincoln, DE $47,937 Little Creek, DE $48,288 Magnolia, DE $48,219 Milford, DE $48,059 Marydel, DE $48,138 Millsboro, DE $47,736 Millville, DE $47,810 Milton, DE $47,893

Nassau, DE $47,927 Ocean View, DE $47,802 Rehoboth Beach, DE $47,894 Seaford, DE $47,921 Selbyville, DE $47,722 Smyrna, DE $48,321 Viola, DE $48,099 Woodside, DE $48,228

Bear, DE $48,117 Newark, DE $48,099 Claymont, DE $48,197 Delaware City, DE $48,147 Hockessin, DE $48,095 Kirkwood, DE $48,138 Middletown, DE $48,156 Montchanin, DE $48,106

New Castle, DE $48,113 Odessa, DE $48,180 Port Penn, DE $48,213 Rockland, DE $48,110 Saint Georges, DE $48,141 Townsend, DE $48,215 Winterthur, DE $48,116 Lewes, DE $47,911

Wilmington, DE $48,097 Dover, DE $48,288 Dover Afb, DE $48,034 Bethany Beach, DE $47,751 Bethel, DE $47,801 Bridgeville, DE $47,913 Camden Wyoming, DE $48,152 Cheswold, DE $48,272

Clayton, DE $48,274 Dagsboro, DE $47,718 Delmar, DE $47,641 Ellendale, DE $47,786 Felton, DE $48,055 Fenwick Island, DE $47,729 Frankford, DE $47,645 Frederica, DE $48,103

Georgetown, DE $47,700 Greenwood, DE $47,921 Harbeson, DE $47,751 Harrington, DE $47,994 Hartly, DE $48,144 Houston, DE $47,926 Kenton, DE $48,276 Laurel, DE $47,671

Yorklyn, DE $48,109

Data Processing Clerk Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Processing 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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$44,201

Average $48,154/year

$54,762

$3,683

Average $4,013/month

$4,564

$850

Average $926/week

$1,053

$21

Average $23/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,762	$4,564	$1,053	$26
Average	$48,154	$4,013	$926	$23
25th Percentile	$44,201	$3,683	$850	$21

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