What is the average hourly wage for Correspondence Clerks?

The median hourly wage for Correspondence Clerks is $19.58 per hour. This translates to approximately $40,720 per year working full-time.

What states pay Correspondence Clerks the most?

Salaries for Correspondence Clerks vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a correspondence clerk?

Typical education required: High school diploma.

Correspondence Clerks Salary

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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$40,720

$19.58 / hour

▼ -2% (Little or no change)

Salary Range

$21,582 - $70,038

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

16,920

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Correspondence Clerks Salary by Percentile

$21,582 $70,038

10th pct Median: $40,720 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$21,582	$10.38
25th Percentile	$29,318	$14.10
50th (Median)	$40,720	$19.58
75th Percentile	$56,194	$27.02
90th (Top Earners)	$70,038	$33.67
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Correspondence Clerks

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$53,750	$25.84
2	New York (NY)	$49,678	$23.88
3	New Jersey (NJ)	$48,864	$23.49
4	Connecticut (CT)	$48,050	$23.10
5	Maryland (MD)	$48,050	$23.10
6	Alaska (AK)	$45,606	$21.93
7	Washington (WA)	$45,606	$21.93
8	Colorado (CO)	$43,978	$21.14
9	New Hampshire (NH)	$43,978	$21.14
10	Virginia (VA)	$43,570	$20.95
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Correspondence Clerks

Correspondence Clerks work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the administrative sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: High school diploma

Job Outlook for Correspondence Clerks

Projected Growth

-2%

2022-2032

▼ -2% (Little or no change)

Annual Job Openings

1,619,300

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Correspondence Clerks make?

The median annual salary for Correspondence Clerks is $40,720 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $21,582, while the top 10% earn $70,038 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Correspondence Clerks?

Correspondence Clerks earn a median hourly wage of $19.58 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $40,720 annually.

Is Correspondence Clerks a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $40,720, Correspondence Clerks represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Little or no change (-2% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Correspondence Clerks need?

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.