What are the main factors that influence a General Ledger 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 General Ledger Clerk?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for General Ledger Clerk roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

How does experience change A General Ledger Clerk's salary?

A General Ledger Clerk's salary grows with experience: an General Ledger Clerk (0-1 years)earns $43,533, an Accounting Clerk II (1-3 years)earns $49,395, an Accounting Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $55,571, an Accounting Clerk IV (5-7 years)earns $62,083, an Accounting Supervisor (7+ years)earns $90,900,

What are the highest paying states for a General Ledger Clerk?

General Ledger Clerk salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for General Ledger Clerk roles are District of Columbia $47,224, California $47,045, Massachusetts $46,418. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of General Ledger Clerk roles make?

Salaries for General Ledger Clerk level roles vary by specialization: General Ledger Manager: $116,558; Senior General Ledger Accountant: $83,902; General Ledger Analyst: $71,934; Accounts Payable General Ledger: $63,087; General Ledger Specialist: $49,428.

General Ledger Clerk Salary in Delaware

How much does a General Ledger Clerk make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a General Ledger Clerk in Delaware is $43,193 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $48,367
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,306 to $45,902
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,857

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General Ledger Clerk Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,902	$3,825	$883	$22
Average	$43,193	$3,599	$831	$21
25th Percentile	$38,306	$3,192	$737	$18

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Key Factors That Influence General Ledger Clerk Salaries

A General Ledger 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 General Ledger Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a General Ledger 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): $43,533
Early Career (1-2 years): $49,395
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,571
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,083
Expert (over 8 years): $90,900

Levels	Salary
General L... Level General Ledger Clerk	$43,533
Accountin... Level General Ledger Clerk	$49,395
Accountin... Level General Ledger Clerk	$55,571
Accountin... Level General Ledger Clerk	$62,083
Accountin... Level General Ledger Clerk	$90,900

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

District of Columbia: $47,224.
California: $47,045.
Massachusetts: $46,418.

District of Columbia $47,224 California $47,045 Massachusetts $46,418 Washington $46,247 New Jersey $46,230 Alaska $46,170 Connecticut $45,582 New York $45,343

Hawaii $44,579 Rhode Island $44,221 Maryland $43,978 Minnesota $43,645 Colorado $43,517 Illinois $43,475 Oregon $43,313 Delaware $43,193

New Hampshire $43,118 Virginia $42,950 Pennsylvania $42,460 Nevada $42,212 North Dakota $42,131 Michigan $42,003 Wisconsin $41,956 Vermont $41,862

Texas $41,602 Maine $41,585 Arizona $41,560 Ohio $41,530 Georgia $41,137 Indiana $40,941 Wyoming $40,903 Utah $40,843

Iowa $40,817 Kansas $40,613 Louisiana $40,553 North Carolina $40,532 Missouri $40,523 Florida $40,357 Montana $40,267 Nebraska $40,182

Kentucky $40,135 South Carolina $39,964 Tennessee $39,858 Idaho $39,815 New Mexico $39,504 Oklahoma $39,436 Alabama $39,184 South Dakota $38,762

Arkansas $38,531 West Virginia $38,408 Mississippi $38,037

Top Paying Cities for General Ledger 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: $42,999
Little Creek: $43,313
Magnolia: $43,251

Lincoln, DE $42,999 Little Creek, DE $43,313 Magnolia, DE $43,251 Milford, DE $43,108 Marydel, DE $43,179 Millsboro, DE $42,818 Millville, DE $42,884 Milton, DE $42,959

Nassau, DE $42,990 Ocean View, DE $42,877 Rehoboth Beach, DE $42,959 Seaford, DE $42,984 Selbyville, DE $42,806 Smyrna, DE $43,343 Viola, DE $43,144 Woodside, DE $43,260

Bear, DE $43,160 Newark, DE $43,144 Claymont, DE $43,232 Delaware City, DE $43,187 Hockessin, DE $43,140 Kirkwood, DE $43,179 Middletown, DE $43,195 Montchanin, DE $43,150

New Castle, DE $43,156 Odessa, DE $43,217 Port Penn, DE $43,246 Rockland, DE $43,154 Saint Georges, DE $43,182 Townsend, DE $43,248 Winterthur, DE $43,159 Lewes, DE $42,975

Wilmington, DE $43,142 Dover, DE $43,313 Dover Afb, DE $43,085 Bethany Beach, DE $42,832 Bethel, DE $42,876 Bridgeville, DE $42,977 Camden Wyoming, DE $43,191 Cheswold, DE $43,299

Clayton, DE $43,301 Dagsboro, DE $42,802 Delmar, DE $42,733 Ellendale, DE $42,863 Felton, DE $43,104 Fenwick Island, DE $42,811 Frankford, DE $42,737 Frederica, DE $43,147

Georgetown, DE $42,786 Greenwood, DE $42,984 Harbeson, DE $42,831 Harrington, DE $43,050 Hartly, DE $43,184 Houston, DE $42,988 Kenton, DE $43,303 Laurel, DE $42,760

Yorklyn, DE $43,153

General Ledger Clerk Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For General Ledger Clerk roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Healthcare sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, General Ledger Clerk positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view General Ledger Clerk as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a General Ledger Clerk

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$49,672	$24.0	15%
Healthcare	$48,376	$23.0	12%
Business Services	$47,512	$23.0	10%
Insurance	$46,649	$22.0	8%
MFG Nondurable	$46,217	$22.0	7%

General Ledger Clerk Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a General Ledger 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$38,306

Average $43,193/year

$45,902

$3,192

Average $3,599/month

$3,825

$737

Average $831/week

$883

$18

Average $21/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,902	$3,825	$883	$22
Average	$43,193	$3,599	$831	$21
25th Percentile	$38,306	$3,192	$737	$18

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