What are the main factors that influence a Title Clerk's salary?

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

How does experience change a Title Clerk's salary?

A Title Clerk's salary grows with experience: starting around $51,128 for beginners, reaching about $53,968 at mid-level, and approach $55,694 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Title Clerk?

Title Clerk salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Title Clerk roles are District of Columbia $52,063, California $51,866, Massachusetts $51,174. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Title Clerk roles make?

Salaries for Title Clerk level roles vary by specialization: Auto Title Clerk: $101,048; Title Officer: $66,792; Title Closer: $58,319; Automotive Title Clerk: $54,283; Administrative Assistant/Title Clerk: $53,576.

Title Clerk Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Title Clerk make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Title Clerk in District of Columbia is $52,063 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,213
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,102 to $57,899
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,495

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Title Clerk Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,899	$4,825	$1,113	$28
Average	$52,063	$4,339	$1,001	$25
25th Percentile	$48,102	$4,008	$925	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Title Clerk Salaries

A Title 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 Title Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Title 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): $51,128
Early Career (1-2 years): $51,788
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $53,968
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $55,502
Expert (over 8 years): $55,694

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Title Clerk	$51,128
Intermediate Level Title Clerk	$51,788
Senior Level Title Clerk	$53,968
Specialist Level Title Clerk	$55,502
Expert Level Title Clerk	$55,694

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

District of Columbia: $52,063.
California: $51,866.
Massachusetts: $51,174.

District of Columbia $52,063 California $51,866 Massachusetts $51,174 Washington $50,986 New Jersey $50,967 Alaska $50,902 Connecticut $50,253 New York $49,989

Hawaii $49,148 Rhode Island $48,753 Maryland $48,485 Minnesota $48,118 Colorado $47,977 Illinois $47,930 Oregon $47,751 Delaware $47,619

New Hampshire $47,537 Virginia $47,351 Pennsylvania $46,811 Nevada $46,538 North Dakota $46,449 Michigan $46,308 Wisconsin $46,256 Vermont $46,152

Texas $45,866 Maine $45,847 Arizona $45,819 Ohio $45,786 Georgia $45,353 Indiana $45,137 Wyoming $45,094 Utah $45,029

Iowa $45,000 Kansas $44,775 Louisiana $44,709 North Carolina $44,685 Missouri $44,676 Florida $44,493 Montana $44,394 Nebraska $44,300

Kentucky $44,248 South Carolina $44,060 Tennessee $43,942 Idaho $43,895 New Mexico $43,552 Oklahoma $43,477 Alabama $43,199 South Dakota $42,734

Arkansas $42,480 West Virginia $42,344 Mississippi $41,934

Top Paying Cities for Title 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: $52,063
Washington: $52,063
Naval Anacost Annex: $52,063

Parcel Return Service, DC $52,063 Washington, DC $52,063 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $52,063 Washington Navy Yard, DC $52,063

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

Understanding how a Title 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 January 01, 2026

$48,102

Average $52,063/year

$57,899

$4,008

Average $4,339/month

$4,825

$925

Average $1,001/week

$1,113

$23

Average $25/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,899	$4,825	$1,113	$28
Average	$52,063	$4,339	$1,001	$25
25th Percentile	$48,102	$4,008	$925	$23

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