What education is needed to become a mail clerks and mail machine operators, except postal service?

Typical education required: High school diploma.

Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service Salary

Name: Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service Salary Data
Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$35,800

$17.21 / hour

▼ -2% (Little or no change)

Salary Range

$18,974 - $61,576

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

100,520

workers nationally

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

Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service Salary by Percentile

$18,974 $61,576

10th pct Median: $35,800 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$18,974	$9.12
25th Percentile	$25,776	$12.39
50th (Median)	$35,800	$17.21
75th Percentile	$49,404	$23.75
90th (Top Earners)	$61,576	$29.60
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$47,256	$22.72
2	California (CA)	$44,750	$21.51
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$43,676	$21.00
4	New York (NY)	$43,676	$21.00
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$42,960	$20.65
6	Connecticut (CT)	$42,244	$20.31
7	Maryland (MD)	$42,244	$20.31
8	Hawaii (HI)	$41,170	$19.79
9	Alaska (AK)	$40,096	$19.28
10	Washington (WA)	$40,096	$19.28
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service

Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service 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 Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service

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 Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service make?

The median annual salary for Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service is $35,800 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $18,974, while the top 10% earn $61,576 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service?

Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service earn a median hourly wage of $17.21 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $35,800 annually.

Is Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $35,800, Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Little or no change (-2% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service need?

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