What are the main factors that influence a Data Processing Clerk's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Data Processing Clerk's salary?

A Data Processing Clerk's salary grows with experience: a Transaction Processing Assistant I (0-1 years)earns $45,393, a Data Processing Clerk (1-3 years)earns $49,231, a Transaction Processing Assistant III (3-5 years)earns $55,128, a Transaction Processing Assistant IV (5-7 years)earns $63,610, a Transaction Processing Supervisor (7+ years)earns $85,983,

What are the highest paying states for a Data Processing Clerk?

Data Processing Clerk salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Processing Clerk roles are District of Columbia $53,365, California $53,163, Massachusetts $52,454. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Processing Clerk roles make?

Salaries for Data Processing Clerk level roles vary by specialization: Payroll Processing Clerk IV: $62,690; Order Processing Clerk III: $60,160; Payroll Processing Clerk III: $56,990; Payroll Processing Clerk II: $50,803; Data Entry and Processing Clerk III: $48,700.

Data Processing Clerk Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Processing Clerk make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Data Processing Clerk in Delaware is $48,921 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

However, a Data Processing Clerk's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $61,515
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $44,508 to $55,513
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,490

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Data Processing Clerk Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,513	$4,626	$1,068	$27
Average	$48,921	$4,077	$941	$24
25th Percentile	$44,508	$3,709	$856	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Data Processing Clerk Salaries

A Data Processing 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Data Processing Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Processing 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): $45,393
Early Career (1-2 years): $49,231
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,128
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $63,610
Expert (over 8 years): $85,983

Levels	Salary
Transacti... Level Data Processing Clerk	$45,393
Data Proc... Level Data Processing Clerk	$49,231
Transacti... Level Data Processing Clerk	$55,128
Transacti... Level Data Processing Clerk	$63,610
Transacti... Level Data Processing Clerk	$85,983

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How Do Data Processing 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 Data Processing Clerks. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $53,365.
California: $53,163.
Massachusetts: $52,454.

District of Columbia $53,365 California $53,163 Massachusetts $52,454 Washington $52,261 New Jersey $52,242 Alaska $52,175 Connecticut $51,510 New York $51,240

Hawaii $50,377 Rhode Island $49,972 Maryland $49,697 Minnesota $49,321 Colorado $49,177 Illinois $49,129 Oregon $48,945 Delaware $48,810

New Hampshire $48,726 Virginia $48,536 Pennsylvania $47,981 Nevada $47,702 North Dakota $47,610 Michigan $47,466 Wisconsin $47,413 Vermont $47,307

Texas $47,013 Maine $46,993 Arizona $46,964 Ohio $46,931 Georgia $46,487 Indiana $46,266 Wyoming $46,222 Utah $46,155

Iowa $46,126 Kansas $45,894 Louisiana $45,827 North Carolina $45,803 Missouri $45,793 Florida $45,605 Montana $45,504 Nebraska $45,408

Kentucky $45,355 South Carolina $45,162 Tennessee $45,041 Idaho $44,993 New Mexico $44,641 Oklahoma $44,564 Alabama $44,280 South Dakota $43,803

Arkansas $43,542 West Virginia $43,403 Mississippi $42,983

Top Paying Cities for Data Processing 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:

Lincoln: $50,517
Little Creek: $50,049
Magnolia: $50,256

Lincoln, DE $50,517 Little Creek, DE $50,049 Magnolia, DE $50,256 Milford, DE $50,517 Marydel, DE $49,861 Millsboro, DE $50,517 Millville, DE $50,854 Milton, DE $50,517

Nassau, DE $50,517 Ocean View, DE $50,854 Rehoboth Beach, DE $50,854 Seaford, DE $49,986 Selbyville, DE $50,854 Smyrna, DE $49,803 Viola, DE $50,256 Woodside, DE $50,112

Bear, DE $49,437 Newark, DE $49,456 Claymont, DE $49,495 Delaware City, DE $49,456 Hockessin, DE $49,495 Kirkwood, DE $49,456 Middletown, DE $49,702 Montchanin, DE $49,495

New Castle, DE $49,495 Odessa, DE $49,770 Port Penn, DE $49,321 Rockland, DE $49,495 Saint Georges, DE $49,456 Townsend, DE $49,697 Winterthur, DE $49,495 Lewes, DE $50,517

Wilmington, DE $49,495 Dover, DE $50,025 Dover Afb, DE $50,141 Bethany Beach, DE $50,854 Bethel, DE $49,986 Bridgeville, DE $50,517 Camden Wyoming, DE $50,078 Cheswold, DE $49,909

Clayton, DE $49,784 Dagsboro, DE $50,854 Delmar, DE $49,986 Ellendale, DE $50,517 Felton, DE $50,517 Fenwick Island, DE $50,854 Frankford, DE $50,854 Frederica, DE $50,517

Georgetown, DE $50,517 Greenwood, DE $50,517 Harbeson, DE $50,517 Harrington, DE $50,517 Hartly, DE $49,760 Houston, DE $50,517 Kenton, DE $49,784 Laurel, DE $49,986

Yorklyn, DE $49,495

Data Processing Clerk Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Processing 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.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$44,508

Average $48,921/year

$55,513

$3,709

Average $4,077/month

$4,626

$856

Average $941/week

$1,068

$21

Average $24/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,513	$4,626	$1,068	$27
Average	$48,921	$4,077	$941	$24
25th Percentile	$44,508	$3,709	$856	$21

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