Municipal Clerk Salary in Durham, NC

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How much does a Municipal Clerk make in Durham, NC?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Municipal Clerk in Durham, NC is $43,175. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $39,165 to $48,344, with most professionals earning between $35,513 and $53,050.

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What is a Municipal Clerk?

A Municipal Clerk is responsible for maintaining official records and documents for a city or town government. They oversee the preparation and distribution of meeting agendas, attend and record minutes of official meetings, and ensure that all legal requirements for public notices and records are met. Municipal Clerks also manage the election process, including voter registration and the administration of elections. They may also handle administrative tasks such as licensing, permits, and public information requests. Additionally, they may serve as the official custodian of the municipality's seal and other important documents. Overall, Municipal Clerks play a crucial role in ensuring transparency and compliance with legal requirements within local government.

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Average Salary Range for Municipal Clerk in Durham, NC

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
39165
48344
43175

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
39573
49462
43949
What is the average salary for Municipal Clerk in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Municipal Clerk in Durham, NC. The base salary for Municipal Clerk ranges from $39,165 to $48,344 with the average base salary of $43,175. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $39,573 to $49,462 with the average total cash compensation of $43,949.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $43,175 $39,165 - $48,344
Bonus $774 $408 - $1,118
Total Pay $43,949 $39,573 - $49,462
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Municipal Clerk Salary Near Durham, NC

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Durham, NC
CITY, STATE Chapel Hill, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $38,666 - $47,729 COMPARE TO Durham, NC
CITY, STATE Cary, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $39,442 - $48,686 COMPARE TO Durham, NC
CITY, STATE Raleigh, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $39,442 - $48,686 COMPARE TO Durham, NC
CITY, STATE Burlington, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $37,228 - $45,953 COMPARE TO Durham, NC
CITY, STATE High Point, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $37,758 - $46,608 COMPARE TO Durham, NC
CITY, STATE Greensboro, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $37,397 - $46,162 COMPARE TO Durham, NC
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About Durham, North Carolina    Durham is a city in and the county seat of Durham County in the U.S. state of North Carolina. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated the city's population t....More

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