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

What industry pays the highest salary for Data Processing Clerk?

The Construction industry offers the highest average compensation for Data Processing Clerk roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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 $44,650, a Data Processing Clerk (1-3 years)earns $48,438, a Transaction Processing Assistant III (3-5 years)earns $54,247, a Transaction Processing Assistant IV (5-7 years)earns $62,545, a Transaction Processing Supervisor (7+ years)earns $84,582,

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 $52,658, California $52,458, Massachusetts $51,759. 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: Claims Processing Clerk IV: $67,390; Payroll Processing Clerk III: $56,990; Claims Processing Clerk III: $52,690; 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 July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Processing Clerk in Delaware is $48,164 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): $60,787
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $44,220 to $54,771
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,630

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Data Processing Clerk Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,771	$4,564	$1,053	$26
Average	$48,164	$4,014	$926	$23
25th Percentile	$44,220	$3,685	$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): $44,650
Early Career (1-2 years): $48,438
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $54,247
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,545
Expert (over 8 years): $84,582

Levels	Salary
Transacti... Level Data Processing Clerk	$44,650
Data Proc... Level Data Processing Clerk	$48,438
Transacti... Level Data Processing Clerk	$54,247
Transacti... Level Data Processing Clerk	$62,545
Transacti... Level Data Processing Clerk	$84,582

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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: $52,658.
California: $52,458.
Massachusetts: $51,759.

District of Columbia $52,658 California $52,458 Massachusetts $51,759 Washington $51,569 New Jersey $51,550 Alaska $51,483 Connecticut $50,827 New York $50,561

Hawaii $49,710 Rhode Island $49,310 Maryland $49,039 Minnesota $48,668 Colorado $48,525 Illinois $48,478 Oregon $48,297 Delaware $48,164

New Hampshire $48,080 Virginia $47,893 Pennsylvania $47,346 Nevada $47,070 North Dakota $46,980 Michigan $46,837 Wisconsin $46,785 Vermont $46,680

Texas $46,390 Maine $46,371 Arizona $46,342 Ohio $46,309 Georgia $45,871 Indiana $45,653 Wyoming $45,610 Utah $45,543

Iowa $45,515 Kansas $45,286 Louisiana $45,220 North Carolina $45,196 Missouri $45,187 Florida $45,001 Montana $44,901 Nebraska $44,806

Kentucky $44,754 South Carolina $44,564 Tennessee $44,445 Idaho $44,397 New Mexico $44,050 Oklahoma $43,974 Alabama $43,693 South Dakota $43,222

Arkansas $42,966 West Virginia $42,828 Mississippi $42,414

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: $47,947
Little Creek: $48,298
Magnolia: $48,228

Lincoln, DE $47,947 Little Creek, DE $48,298 Magnolia, DE $48,228 Milford, DE $48,069 Marydel, DE $48,148 Millsboro, DE $47,746 Millville, DE $47,819 Milton, DE $47,902

Nassau, DE $47,937 Ocean View, DE $47,811 Rehoboth Beach, DE $47,903 Seaford, DE $47,930 Selbyville, DE $47,732 Smyrna, DE $48,331 Viola, DE $48,109 Woodside, DE $48,238

Bear, DE $48,127 Newark, DE $48,109 Claymont, DE $48,207 Delaware City, DE $48,157 Hockessin, DE $48,104 Kirkwood, DE $48,148 Middletown, DE $48,166 Montchanin, DE $48,115

New Castle, DE $48,122 Odessa, DE $48,190 Port Penn, DE $48,222 Rockland, DE $48,120 Saint Georges, DE $48,151 Townsend, DE $48,225 Winterthur, DE $48,126 Lewes, DE $47,921

Wilmington, DE $48,107 Dover, DE $48,298 Dover Afb, DE $48,043 Bethany Beach, DE $47,761 Bethel, DE $47,810 Bridgeville, DE $47,923 Camden Wyoming, DE $48,162 Cheswold, DE $48,282

Clayton, DE $48,284 Dagsboro, DE $47,728 Delmar, DE $47,651 Ellendale, DE $47,796 Felton, DE $48,065 Fenwick Island, DE $47,738 Frankford, DE $47,655 Frederica, DE $48,112

Georgetown, DE $47,710 Greenwood, DE $47,931 Harbeson, DE $47,761 Harrington, DE $48,004 Hartly, DE $48,153 Houston, DE $47,936 Kenton, DE $48,286 Laurel, DE $47,681

Yorklyn, DE $48,119

Data Processing Clerk Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Data Processing Clerk 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 Construction and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Data Processing Clerk positions in Retail & Wholesale or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Data Processing Clerk as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Data Processing Clerk

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Construction	$57,797	$28.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$55,388	$27.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$52,980	$25.0	10%
Internet	$52,980	$25.0	10%
Software & Networking	$52,980	$25.0	10%

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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$44,220

Average $48,164/year

$54,771

$3,685

Average $4,014/month

$4,564

$850

Average $926/week

$1,053

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Average $23/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,771	$4,564	$1,053	$26
Average	$48,164	$4,014	$926	$23
25th Percentile	$44,220	$3,685	$850	$21

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