Municipal Clerk Salary in Syracuse, NY

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How much does a Municipal Clerk make in Syracuse, NY?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Municipal Clerk in Syracuse, NY is $44,185. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $40,081 to $49,474, with most professionals earning between $36,344 and $54,290.

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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 Syracuse, NY

Average Base Salary

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40081
49474
44185

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
40498
50619
44977
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 Syracuse, NY. The base salary for Municipal Clerk ranges from $40,081 to $49,474 with the average base salary of $44,185. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $40,498 to $50,619 with the average total cash compensation of $44,977.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $44,185 $40,081 - $49,474
Bonus $792 $418 - $1,144
Total Pay $44,977 $40,498 - $50,619
* 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 Syracuse, NY

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Syracuse, NY
CITY, STATE Clay, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,081 - $49,474 COMPARE TO Syracuse, NY 0%
CITY, STATE Utica, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $39,474 - $48,726 COMPARE TO Syracuse, NY
CITY, STATE Binghamton, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $38,723 - $47,798 COMPARE TO Syracuse, NY
CITY, STATE Henrietta, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $39,410 - $48,646 COMPARE TO Syracuse, NY
CITY, STATE Rochester, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $39,410 - $48,646 COMPARE TO Syracuse, NY
CITY, STATE Schenectady, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,671 - $50,203 COMPARE TO Syracuse, NY
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About Syracuse, New York    Syracuse is located at 43°2′49″N 76°8′40″W / 43.04694°N 76.14444°W / 43.04694; -76.14444 (43.046899, -76.144423). It is located about 87 miles (140....More

Syracuse, New York  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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