Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks Salary in California

$25,347 $82,259
10th pct Median: $47,825 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$25,347
25th Percentile$34,434
50th (Median)$47,825
75th Percentile$65,999
90th (Top Earners)$82,259
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The California median salary of $47,825 for Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks has the purchasing power of approximately $31,905 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

California's higher cost of living (COL index: 149.9) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks make in California?
Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks in California earn a median annual salary of $47,825 per year ($22.99/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $38,260.
Is California a good state for Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks?
California pays above the national average for shipping, receiving, and inventory clerks, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in California is higher average (COL index: 149.9).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks in California?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 149.9 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $47,825 salary in California has the purchasing power of approximately $31,905 in Missouri. Higher living costs in California reduce real purchasing power.
How does California compare to neighboring states for Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in California

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Radiologists $387,400
2 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $382,775
3 Neurologists $369,500
4 Surgeons, All Other $368,150
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $339,850
6 Psychiatrists $312,248
7 Physicians, Pathologists $304,900
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $304,175
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks in California

Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory 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 Required: High school diploma

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