As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Birth Certificate Clerk in the US is $28,588, equivalent to $14 per hour, $550 weekly, or $2,382 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Birth Certificate Clerk in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Birth Certificate Clerk in the US vary widely, spanning from $23,419 to $32,421. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($25,882) and 75th percentile ($30,594), while top earners (90th percentile) make $32,421 per year. This $4,712 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Accounting, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Birth Certificate Clerk often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 56 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Birth Certificate Clerk Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Birth Certificate Clerk Salary $23,419 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Birth Certificate Clerk Salary $25,882 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Birth Certificate Clerk Salary $28,588 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Birth Certificate Clerk Salary $30,594 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Birth Certificate Clerk Salary $32,421 US August 01, 2026
25% $25,882 10% $23,419 90% $32,421 75% $30,594 $28,588 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Birth Certificate Clerk ?

A birth certificate is a vital record that documents the birth of a child. The term "birth certificate" can refer to either the original document certifying the circumstances of the birth or to a certified copy of or representation of the ensuing registration of that birth. Depending on the jurisdiction, a record of birth might or might not contain verification of the event by such as a midwife or doctor....

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    Birth Certificate Clerk

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    General Clerk II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Birth Certificate Clerk in the United States. The base salary for Birth Certificate Clerk ranges from $25,882 to $30,594 with the average base salary of $28,588. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $27,946 to $34,256 with the average total cash compensation of $30,621.
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