Account Clerk Utilities Salary in California

How much does an Account Clerk Utilities make in California? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Account Clerk Utilities in California is $64,794 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

However, an Account Clerk Utilities's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,854
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,690 to $71,630
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $53,133

Key Factors That Influence Account Clerk Utilities Salaries

An Account Clerk Utilities'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 Account Clerk Utilities Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Account Clerk Utilities'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): $50,536
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $56,500
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,370
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $69,679
  • Expert (over 8 years): $98,959
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Payroll Clerk I less than 1 year $50,536
Payroll Clerk II 1-2 years $56,500
Account Clerk Utilities 2-4 years $63,370
Payroll Clerk IV 5-8 years $69,679
Payroll Team Lead over 8 years $98,959

Top Paying Cities for Account Clerk Utilities

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:

  • Los Angeles: $64,906
  • West Hollywood: $64,859
  • Dodgertown: $64,905

Account Clerk Utilities Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Account Clerk Utilities roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Account Clerk Utilities positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Account Clerk Utilities as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Account Clerk Utilities

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services $84,233 $40.0 30%
Internet $80,993 $39.0 25%
Biotechnology $77,753 $37.0 20%
Energy & Utilities $74,513 $36.0 15%
Pharmaceuticals $74,513 $36.0 15%

Account Clerk Utilities Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Account Clerk Utilities'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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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$58,690
Average $64,794/year
$71,630
$4,891
Average $5,400/month
$5,969
$1,129
Average $1,246/week
$1,378
$28
Average $31/hour
$34
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $71,630 $5,969 $1,378 $34
Average $64,794 $5,400 $1,246 $31
25th Percentile $58,690 $4,891 $1,129 $28

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