As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Town Clerk in the US is $47,205, equivalent to $23 per hour, $908 weekly, or $3,934 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Town Clerk in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Town Clerk in the US vary widely, spanning from $38,295 to $56,926. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($42,541) and 75th percentile ($52,293), while top earners (90th percentile) make $56,926 per year. This $9,752 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Attention to Detail or Estate Planning, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Town Clerk often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 53 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
Town Clerk Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Town Clerk Salary $38,295 US July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Town Clerk Salary $42,541 US July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Town Clerk Salary $47,205 US July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Town Clerk Salary $52,293 US July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Town Clerk Salary $56,926 US July 01, 2026
25% $42,541 10% $38,295 90% $56,926 75% $52,293 $47,205 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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