Access Control Clerk Salary in the United States

How much does an Access Control Clerk make in the United States?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Access Control Clerk in the United States is $58,049 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, an Access Control Clerk's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,722
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,967 to $65,206
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,430
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Access Control Clerk Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $65,206 $5,434 $1,254 $31
Average $58,049 $4,837 $1,116 $28
25th Percentile $51,967 $4,331 $999 $25
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Key Factors That Influence Access Control Clerk Salaries

An Access Control Clerk's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Access Control Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Access Control Clerk's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $45,644
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $50,407
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $56,979
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $87,876
  • Expert (over 8 years): $115,143
Levels Salary
Data Cont... Level Access Control Clerk$45,644
Data Cont... Level Access Control Clerk$50,407
Access Co... Level Access Control Clerk$56,979
Data Cont... Level Access Control Clerk$87,876
Data Gove... Level Access Control Clerk$115,143
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$56,979 2-4 yrs
$87,876 5-8 yrs
$115,143 > 8 yrs
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How Do Access Control Clerk Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Access Control Clerks. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $64,272.
  • California: $64,028.
  • Massachusetts: $63,175.

Top Paying Cities for Access Control Clerks

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $73,217
  • San Francisco: $72,497
  • Oakland: $70,889

What Skills Can Increase an Access Control Clerk's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 5.92% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Data Collection (Mentioned in 2.79% Job Postings): Data collection is the process of gathering and measuring information on targeted variables in an established system, which then enables one to answer relevant questions and evaluate outcomes. Data collection is a component of research in all fields of study including physical and social sciences, humanities, and business. While methods vary by discipline, the emphasis on ensuring accurate and honest collection remains the same. The goal for all data collection is to capture quality evidence that allows analysis to lead to the formulation of convincing and credible answers to the questions that have been posed.
  • ERP Systems (Mentioned in 1.79% Job Postings): Leveraging advanced tools and software systems to automate and manage core business functions cost-effectively to maximize performance.
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Customer Service 5.92%
Data Collection 2.79%
ERP Systems 1.79%

How Education impacts an Access Control Clerk's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Access Control Clerks enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Access Control Clerk with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $54,313 and $59,022).

Access Control Clerk Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Access Control Clerk
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.9%
High School 42.3%
Associates 18.3%
Bachelors 33.7%
Masters 2.9%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Access Control Clerk Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Access Control Clerk's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$51,967
Average $58,049/year
$65,206
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Average $4,837/month
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Average $1,116/week
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Average $28/hour
$31
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75th Percentile $65,206 $5,434 $1,254 $31
Average $58,049 $4,837 $1,116 $28
25th Percentile $51,967 $4,331 $999 $25

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Salary Trends for Access Control Clerk

Salaries for an Access Control Clerk can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $61,805 in 2023 to around $61,898 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Access Control Clerk salary trends, .

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