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General office clerks Salary in the United States

Median pay, percentile range, and highest-paying US metros, from official BLS data.

The median salary for General office clerks in the United States is $45,010 per year, about $22 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of all workers in this occupation earn between $36,350 and $54,300 a year.

Median annual salary
$45,010
~$22/hr · ~$3,751/mo
Total US jobs
2.6M
Decline
Education
High school diploma
Growth: -7%

Salary range

10th %ile
$30,310
25th %ile
$36,350
Median
$45,010
75th %ile
$54,300
90th %ile
$64,680

Highest-paying US metros for General office clerks

MetroLocal salary
Minot, ND$50,160
Boulder, CO$59,840
Grand Forks, ND-MN$48,570
Greeley, CO$56,030
Bismarck, ND$50,400
Fort Collins-Loveland, CO$55,960
Pueblo, CO$50,670
Grand Junction, CO$51,680
Fargo, ND-MN$49,060
Rochester, MN$48,810

Frequently asked questions

How much do General office clerks make in the US?

The median salary is $45,010 per year (about $22 per hour), according to BLS data. The middle 50% of workers earn between $36,350 and $54,300 a year.

How much do General office clerks make per hour?

About $22 per hour, based on the median annual salary of $45,010 for full-time work (2,080 hours per year).

What education do you need to work as General office clerks?

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Do these salary figures include bonuses or overtime?

No. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics reflect base wages only: they exclude overtime pay, bonuses, and most benefits.

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Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. (May 2025 OEWS.)