What is the average hourly wage for Postal Service Clerks?

The median hourly wage for Postal Service Clerks is $26.75 per hour. This translates to approximately $55,640 per year working full-time.

What states pay Postal Service Clerks the most?

Salaries for Postal Service 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 postal service clerk?

Typical education required: High school diploma.

Postal Service Clerks Salary

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

Median Annual Salary

$55,640

$26.75 / hour

▼ -2% (Little or no change)

Salary Range

$29,489 - $95,701

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

67,100

workers nationally

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

Postal Service Clerks Salary by Percentile

$29,489 $95,701

10th pct Median: $55,640 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$29,489	$14.18
25th Percentile	$40,061	$19.26
50th (Median)	$55,640	$26.75
75th Percentile	$76,783	$36.91
90th (Top Earners)	$95,701	$46.01
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$73,445	$35.31
2	California (CA)	$69,550	$33.44
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$67,881	$32.64
4	New York (NY)	$67,881	$32.64
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$66,768	$32.10
6	Connecticut (CT)	$65,655	$31.56
7	Maryland (MD)	$65,655	$31.56
8	Hawaii (HI)	$63,986	$30.76
9	Alaska (AK)	$62,317	$29.96
10	Washington (WA)	$62,317	$29.96
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Postal Service Clerks

Postal Service 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 Postal Service 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 Postal Service Clerks make?

The median annual salary for Postal Service Clerks is $55,640 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $29,489, while the top 10% earn $95,701 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Postal Service Clerks?

Postal Service Clerks earn a median hourly wage of $26.75 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $55,640 annually.

Is Postal Service Clerks a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $55,640, Postal Service Clerks represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Little or no change (-2% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Postal Service 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.