What are the main factors that influence an Operations Clerk's salary?

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

How does experience change An Operations Clerk's salary?

An Operations Clerk's salary grows with experience: a General Clerk I (0-1 years)earns $41,048, a Operations Clerk (1-3 years)earns $45,609, a General Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $50,424, a Clerical Supervisor (5+ years)earns $71,130,

What are the highest paying states for an Operations Clerk?

Operations Clerk salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Operations Clerk roles are District of Columbia $45,183, California $45,012, Massachusetts $44,412. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Operations Clerk roles make?

Salaries for Operations Clerk level roles vary by specialization: HR Operations Clerk III: $63,683; HR Operations Clerk II: $54,933; Trust Operations Clerk, Sr.: $48,143; Credit Card Operations Clerk, Sr.: $45,788; Policy Change Operations Clerk: $44,900.

Operations Clerk Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Operations Clerk make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Operations Clerk in District of Columbia is $45,183 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $51,025
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,053 to $48,241
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,471

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Operations Clerk Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$48,241	$4,020	$928	$23
Average	$45,183	$3,765	$869	$22
25th Percentile	$39,053	$3,254	$751	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Operations Clerk Salaries

An Operations 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 Do Operations 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 Operations Clerks. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $45,183.
California: $45,012.
Massachusetts: $44,412.

District of Columbia $45,183 California $45,012 Massachusetts $44,412 Washington $44,248 New Jersey $44,232 Alaska $44,175 Connecticut $43,612 New York $43,383

Hawaii $42,653 Rhode Island $42,310 Maryland $42,077 Minnesota $41,759 Colorado $41,637 Illinois $41,596 Oregon $41,441 Delaware $41,327

New Hampshire $41,255 Virginia $41,094 Pennsylvania $40,625 Nevada $40,388 North Dakota $40,310 Michigan $40,188 Wisconsin $40,143 Vermont $40,053

Texas $39,804 Maine $39,788 Arizona $39,764 Ohio $39,735 Georgia $39,360 Indiana $39,172 Wyoming $39,135 Utah $39,078

Iowa $39,054 Kansas $38,858 Louisiana $38,801 North Carolina $38,780 Missouri $38,772 Florida $38,613 Montana $38,527 Nebraska $38,445

Kentucky $38,401 South Carolina $38,237 Tennessee $38,135 Idaho $38,095 New Mexico $37,797 Oklahoma $37,731 Alabama $37,491 South Dakota $37,087

Arkansas $36,866 West Virginia $36,748 Mississippi $36,393

Top Paying Cities for Operations 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:

Parcel Return Service: $45,183
Washington: $45,183
Naval Anacost Annex: $45,183

Parcel Return Service, DC $45,183 Washington, DC $45,183 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $45,183 Washington Navy Yard, DC $45,183

Operations Clerk Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Operations 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 April 01, 2026

$39,053

Average $45,183/year

$48,241

$3,254

Average $3,765/month

$4,020

$751

Average $869/week

$928

$19

Average $22/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$48,241	$4,020	$928	$23
Average	$45,183	$3,765	$869	$22
25th Percentile	$39,053	$3,254	$751	$19

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