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

What industry pays the highest salary for Operations Clerk?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Operations Clerk roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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 $38,436, a Operations Clerk (1-3 years)earns $42,706, a General Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $47,222, a Clerical Supervisor (5+ years)earns $66,633,

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 $45,179, California $45,008, Massachusetts $44,408. 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: $63,713; Policy Operations Clerk III: $60,800; HR Operations Clerk II: $54,953; E-Payment Operations Clerk: $51,990; Trust Operations Clerk, Sr.: $48,170.

Operations Clerk Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Operations Clerk make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Operations Clerk in Rhode Island is $42,307 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $47,773
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,562 to $45,168
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,332

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Operations Clerk Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,168	$3,764	$869	$22
Average	$42,307	$3,526	$814	$20
25th Percentile	$36,562	$3,047	$703	$18

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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: $45,179.
California: $45,008.
Massachusetts: $44,408.

District of Columbia $45,179 California $45,008 Massachusetts $44,408 Washington $44,245 New Jersey $44,229 Alaska $44,171 Connecticut $43,608 New York $43,380

Hawaii $42,649 Rhode Island $42,307 Maryland $42,074 Minnesota $41,756 Colorado $41,633 Illinois $41,593 Oregon $41,437 Delaware $41,323

New Hampshire $41,251 Virginia $41,091 Pennsylvania $40,621 Nevada $40,385 North Dakota $40,307 Michigan $40,185 Wisconsin $40,140 Vermont $40,050

Texas $39,801 Maine $39,785 Arizona $39,760 Ohio $39,732 Georgia $39,356 Indiana $39,169 Wyoming $39,132 Utah $39,075

Iowa $39,050 Kansas $38,855 Louisiana $38,797 North Carolina $38,777 Missouri $38,769 Florida $38,610 Montana $38,524 Nebraska $38,442

Kentucky $38,398 South Carolina $38,234 Tennessee $38,132 Idaho $38,091 New Mexico $37,794 Oklahoma $37,728 Alabama $37,488 South Dakota $37,084

Arkansas $36,863 West Virginia $36,745 Mississippi $36,390

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:

Adamsville: $42,835
Albion: $42,474
Ashaway: $42,754

Adamsville, RI $42,835 Albion, RI $42,474 Ashaway, RI $42,754 Barrington, RI $42,362 Block Island, RI $42,598 Bradford, RI $42,729 Bristol, RI $42,525 Carolina, RI $42,658

Charlestown, RI $42,673 Chepachet, RI $42,589 Clayville, RI $42,470 Coventry, RI $42,472 West Greenwich, RI $42,589 East Greenwich, RI $42,443 Exeter, RI $42,577 Fiskeville, RI $42,361

Forestdale, RI $42,687 Foster, RI $42,566 Glendale, RI $42,691 Greene, RI $42,622 Greenville, RI $42,377 Harmony, RI $42,432 Harrisville, RI $42,672 Hope, RI $42,387

Hope Valley, RI $42,717 Hopkinton, RI $42,773 Jamestown, RI $42,630 Kenyon, RI $42,653 Little Compton, RI $42,829 Manville, RI $42,529 Mapleville, RI $42,597 Newport, RI $42,673

Middletown, RI $42,692 North Kingstown, RI $42,516 North Scituate, RI $42,432 Oakland, RI $42,643 Pascoag, RI $42,700 Pawtucket, RI $42,298 Central Falls, RI $42,317 Cumberland, RI $42,558

Lincoln, RI $42,360 Portsmouth, RI $42,669 Prudence Island, RI $42,581 Rockville, RI $42,766 Saunderstown, RI $42,605 Shannock, RI $42,655 Slatersville, RI $42,688 Slocum, RI $42,603

Tiverton, RI $42,798 Wakefield, RI $42,641 Kingston, RI $42,624 Narragansett, RI $42,653 Peace Dale, RI $42,636 Warren, RI $42,471 Warwick, RI $42,353 Westerly, RI $42,764

West Kingston, RI $42,638 West Warwick, RI $42,405 Wood River Junction, RI $42,699 Woonsocket, RI $42,690 North Smithfield, RI $42,593 Wyoming, RI $42,655 Providence, RI $42,286 Cranston, RI $42,292

North Providence, RI $42,297 East Providence, RI $42,289 Riverside, RI $42,303 Rumford, RI $42,296 Smithfield, RI $42,382 Johnston, RI $42,311

Operations Clerk Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Operations 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 Financial Services and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Operations Clerk positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Operations Clerk as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Operations Clerk

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$50,768	$24.0	20%
Software & Networking	$50,768	$24.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$48,653	$23.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$46,537	$22.0	10%
Biotechnology	$46,537	$22.0	10%

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 July 01, 2026

$36,562

Average $42,307/year

$45,168

$3,047

Average $3,526/month

$3,764

$703

Average $814/week

$869

$18

Average $20/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,168	$3,764	$869	$22
Average	$42,307	$3,526	$814	$20
25th Percentile	$36,562	$3,047	$703	$18

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