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Material recording clerks Salary in the United States

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

The median salary for Material recording clerks in the United States is $45,260 per year, about $22 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of all workers in this occupation earn between $38,200 and $51,570 a year.

Median annual salary
$45,260
~$22/hr · ~$3,772/mo
Total US jobs
1.3M
Decline
Education
High school diploma
Growth: -6%

Salary range

10th %ile
$34,650
25th %ile
$38,200
Median
$45,260
75th %ile
$51,570
90th %ile
$62,190

Highest-paying US metros for Material recording clerks

MetroLocal salary
Jonesboro, AR$49,390
Lawton, OK$49,270
Walla Walla, WA$55,960
Sioux City, IA-NE-SD$48,270
Dubuque, IA$48,690
Rochester, MN$49,020
Duluth, MN-WI$47,890
Waterloo-Cedar Falls, IA$46,950
Ames, IA$47,840
Elkhart-Goshen, IN$48,600

Frequently asked questions

How much do Material recording clerks make in the US?

The median salary is $45,260 per year (about $22 per hour), according to BLS data. The middle 50% of workers earn between $38,200 and $51,570 a year.

How much do Material recording clerks make per hour?

About $22 per hour, based on the median annual salary of $45,260 for full-time work (2,080 hours per year).

What education do you need to work as Material recording 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.)