What is the average hourly wage for New Accounts Clerks?

The median hourly wage for New Accounts Clerks is $19.45 per hour. This translates to approximately $40,450 per year working full-time.

What states pay New Accounts Clerks the most?

Salaries for New Accounts Clerks 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 new accounts clerk?

Typical education required: High school diploma.

New Accounts Clerks Salary

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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$40,450

$19.45 / hour

▼ -2% (Little or no change)

Salary Range

$21,439 - $69,574

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

68,390

workers nationally

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

New Accounts Clerks Salary by Percentile

$21,439 $69,574

10th pct Median: $40,450 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$21,439	$10.31
25th Percentile	$29,124	$14.00
50th (Median)	$40,450	$19.45
75th Percentile	$55,821	$26.84
90th (Top Earners)	$69,574	$33.45
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for New Accounts Clerks

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$53,394	$25.67
2	California (CA)	$50,563	$24.31
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$49,349	$23.73
4	New York (NY)	$49,349	$23.73
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$48,540	$23.34
6	Connecticut (CT)	$47,731	$22.95
7	Maryland (MD)	$47,731	$22.95
8	Hawaii (HI)	$46,518	$22.36
9	Alaska (AK)	$45,304	$21.78
10	Washington (WA)	$45,304	$21.78
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About New Accounts Clerks

New Accounts 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 Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: High school diploma

Job Outlook for New Accounts Clerks

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 New Accounts Clerks make?

The median annual salary for New Accounts Clerks is $40,450 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $21,439, while the top 10% earn $69,574 or more.

What is the hourly wage for New Accounts Clerks?

New Accounts Clerks earn a median hourly wage of $19.45 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $40,450 annually.

Is New Accounts Clerks a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $40,450, New Accounts Clerks represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Little or no change (-2% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do New Accounts Clerks need?

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