What is the average hourly wage for Office Clerks, General?

The median hourly wage for Office Clerks, General is $18.19 per hour. This translates to approximately $37,840 per year working full-time.

What states pay Office Clerks, General the most?

Salaries for Office Clerks, General 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 office clerks, general?

Typical education required: High school diploma.

Office Clerks, General Salary

Name: Office Clerks, General Salary Data
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$37,840

$18.19 / hour

▼ -2% (Little or no change)

Salary Range

$20,055 - $65,085

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

2,742,200

workers nationally

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

Office Clerks, General Salary by Percentile

$20,055 $65,085

10th pct Median: $37,840 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$20,055	$9.64
25th Percentile	$27,245	$13.10
50th (Median)	$37,840	$18.19
75th Percentile	$52,219	$25.11
90th (Top Earners)	$65,085	$31.29
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Office Clerks, General

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$49,949	$24.01
2	California (CA)	$47,300	$22.74
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$46,165	$22.19
4	New York (NY)	$46,165	$22.19
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$45,408	$21.83
6	Connecticut (CT)	$44,651	$21.47
7	Maryland (MD)	$44,651	$21.47
8	Hawaii (HI)	$43,516	$20.92
9	Alaska (AK)	$42,381	$20.38
10	Washington (WA)	$42,381	$20.38
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Office Clerks, General

Office Clerks, General 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 Office Clerks, General

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 Office Clerks, General make?

The median annual salary for Office Clerks, General is $37,840 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $20,055, while the top 10% earn $65,085 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Office Clerks, General?

Office Clerks, General earn a median hourly wage of $18.19 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $37,840 annually.

Is Office Clerks, General a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $37,840, Office Clerks, General represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Little or no change (-2% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Office Clerks, General need?

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