Document Imaging Clerk Salary in the United States

How much does a Document Imaging Clerk make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Document Imaging Clerk in the United States is $37,804 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,013
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $34,159 to $41,054
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,840
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Document Imaging Clerk Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $41,054 $3,421 $790 $20
Average $37,804 $3,150 $727 $18
25th Percentile $34,159 $2,847 $657 $16
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Key Factors That Influence Document Imaging Clerk Salaries

A Document Imaging 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Document Imaging Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Document Imaging 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): $37,196
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $38,315
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $40,434
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $40,744
  • Expert (over 8 years): $40,899
Levels Salary
Entry Level Document Imaging Clerk$37,196
Intermediate Level Document Imaging Clerk$38,315
Senior Level Document Imaging Clerk$40,434
Specialist Level Document Imaging Clerk$40,744
Expert Level Document Imaging Clerk$40,899
$37,196 0 yr
$38,315 < 2 yrs
$40,434 2-4 yrs
$40,744 5-8 yrs
$40,899 > 8 yrs
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How Do Document Imaging 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 Document Imaging Clerks. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $41,856.
  • California: $41,697.
  • Massachusetts: $41,142.

Top Paying Cities for Document Imaging 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:

  • San Jose: $47,682
  • San Francisco: $47,213
  • Oakland: $46,166

What Skills Can Increase a Document Imaging Clerk's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 5.35% 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.
  • Diversity and Inclusion (Mentioned in 2.67% Job Postings): Developing and promoting acquaintance, empowerment, and integration of each unique individual to create a productive and safe working environment.
  • Quality Control (Mentioned in 2.06% Job Postings): Developing and implementing a set of procedures intended to maintain the quality of a product and reduce any risks or errors.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 5.35%
Diversity and Inclusion 2.67%
Quality Control 2.06%
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 Document Imaging Clerk's salary.
  • Patient Care: Can increase your salary by up to 42%.
  • Dispute Resolution: Can increase your salary by up to 31%.
  • Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Can increase your salary by up to 26%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Patient Care
 $53,681
42%
Dispute Resolution
 $49,523
31%
Accuracy and Attention to Detail
 $47,633
26%
Data Integrity
 $46,120
22%
Commitment
 $41,584
10%
Communication Skills
 $40,828
8%
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How Education impacts a Document Imaging Clerk's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Document Imaging Clerks 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 Document Imaging Clerk with a No Diploma is between $39,084 and $41,664).

Document Imaging Clerk Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Document Imaging Clerk
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 4.7%
High School 55.8%
Associates 20.9%
Bachelors 18.6%
Masters 0.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Document Imaging Clerk Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Document Imaging 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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$34,159
Average $37,804/year
$41,054
$2,847
Average $3,150/month
$3,421
$657
Average $727/week
$790
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Average $18/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $41,054 $3,421 $790 $20
Average $37,804 $3,150 $727 $18
25th Percentile $34,159 $2,847 $657 $16

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Salary Trends for Document Imaging Clerk

Salaries for a Document Imaging Clerk can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $37,706 in 2023 to around $37,364 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Document Imaging Clerk salary trends, .

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