What are the main factors that influence an Accounting and Auditing Clerk's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Accounting and Auditing Clerk?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Accounting and Auditing Clerk roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change An Accounting and Auditing Clerk's salary?

An Accounting and Auditing Clerk's salary grows with experience: starting around $48,028 for beginners, reaching about $60,232 at mid-level, and approach $94,064 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Accounting and Auditing Clerk?

Accounting and Auditing Clerk salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Accounting and Auditing Clerk roles are District of Columbia $65,239, California $64,992, Massachusetts $64,126. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Accounting and Auditing Clerk roles make?

Salaries for Accounting and Auditing Clerk level roles vary by specialization: Internal Auditing Manager: $125,313; Accounting and Auditing Specialist: $114,347; Accounting Clerk IV - Payroll: $62,700; Accounting Clerk IV: $61,170; Accounting Clerk III - Payroll: $57,000.

Accounting and Auditing Clerk Salary in Hawaii

How much does an Accounting and Auditing Clerk make in Hawaii? As of October 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accounting and Auditing Clerk in Hawaii is $61,586 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, an Accounting and Auditing Clerk's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $74,000
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,785 to $68,084
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,503

10% $50,503

50% (Median) $61,586

90% $74,000

Accounting and Auditing Clerk Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,084	$5,674	$1,309	$33
Average	$61,586	$5,132	$1,184	$30
25th Percentile	$55,785	$4,649	$1,073	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Accounting and Auditing Clerk Salaries

An Accounting and Auditing 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 Accounting and Auditing Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accounting and Auditing 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): $48,028
Early Career (1-2 years): $53,699
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $60,232
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $66,226
Expert (over 8 years): $94,064

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Payroll Clerk I	less than 1 year	$48,028
Payroll Clerk II	1-2 years	$53,699
Accounting and Auditing Clerk	2-4 years	$60,232
Payroll Clerk IV	5-8 years	$66,226
Payroll Team Lead	over 8 years	$94,064

How Do Accounting and Auditing 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 Accounting and Auditing Clerks. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $65,239.
California: $64,992.
Massachusetts: $64,126.

District of Columbia $65,239 California $64,992 Massachusetts $64,126 Washington $63,890 New Jersey $63,866 Alaska $63,784 Connecticut $62,971 New York $62,641

Hawaii $61,586 Rhode Island $61,091 Maryland $60,755 Minnesota $60,296 Colorado $60,119 Illinois $60,060 Oregon $59,836 Delaware $59,671

New Hampshire $59,567 Virginia $59,335 Pennsylvania $58,658 Nevada $58,316 North Dakota $58,204 Michigan $58,027 Wisconsin $57,962 Vermont $57,833

Texas $57,473 Maine $57,450 Arizona $57,414 Ohio $57,373 Georgia $56,831 Indiana $56,560 Wyoming $56,507 Utah $56,424

Iowa $56,389 Kansas $56,106 Louisiana $56,024 North Carolina $55,994 Missouri $55,982 Florida $55,753 Montana $55,629 Nebraska $55,511

Kentucky $55,446 South Carolina $55,211 Tennessee $55,063 Idaho $55,004 New Mexico $54,574 Oklahoma $54,480 Alabama $54,132 South Dakota $53,549

Arkansas $53,231 West Virginia $53,060 Mississippi $52,547

Top Paying Cities for Accounting and Auditing Clerk

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:

Aiea: $61,253
Anahola: $60,449
Captain Cook: $60,389

Aiea, HI $61,253

Anahola, HI $60,449

Captain Cook, HI $60,389

Eleele, HI $60,572

Ewa Beach, HI $61,198

Kapolei, HI $61,149

Haiku, HI $60,494

Hakalau, HI $60,359

Haleiwa, HI $61,032

Hana, HI $60,350

Hanalei, HI $60,370

Hanamaulu, HI $60,493

Hanapepe, HI $60,569

Hauula, HI $61,125

Hawaii National Park, HI $60,429

Hawi, HI $60,529

Hilo, HI $60,487

Princeville, HI $60,481

Holualoa, HI $60,413

Honaunau, HI $60,309

Honokaa, HI $60,386

Honomu, HI $60,481

Hoolehua, HI $60,309

Kaaawa, HI $61,145

Kahuku, HI $61,014

Kahului, HI $60,634

Kailua, HI $61,233

Ocean View, HI $60,463

Waikoloa, HI $60,457

Keauhou, HI $60,413

Kailua Kona, HI $60,486

Kalaheo, HI $60,499

Kalaupapa, HI $60,253

Kamuela, HI $60,417

Kaneohe, HI $61,220

Kapaa, HI $60,565

Kaumakani, HI $60,598

Kaunakakai, HI $60,380

Keaau, HI $60,528

Kealakekua, HI $60,497

Kealia, HI $60,517

Kekaha, HI $60,456

Kihei, HI $60,572

Kilauea, HI $60,482

Kapaau, HI $60,436

Koloa, HI $60,508

Kualapuu, HI $60,363

Kunia, HI $61,130

Kurtistown, HI $60,498

Lahaina, HI $60,509

Laie, HI $61,067

Lanai City, HI $60,363

Laupahoehoe, HI $60,515

Lawai, HI $60,598

Lihue, HI $60,493

Makawao, HI $60,541

Makaweli, HI $60,359

Maunaloa, HI $60,217

Mountain View, HI $60,466

Naalehu, HI $60,344

Ninole, HI $60,303

Ookala, HI $60,323

Paauilo, HI $60,396

Pahala, HI $60,360

Pahoa, HI $60,441

Paia, HI $60,512

Papaaloa, HI $60,523

Papaikou, HI $60,398

Pearl City, HI $61,208

Pepeekeo, HI $60,515

Puunene, HI $60,634

Volcano, HI $60,429

Wahiawa, HI $61,103

Pukalani, HI $60,541

Mililani, HI $61,177

Kula, HI $60,416

Waialua, HI $60,999

Waianae, HI $61,055

Wailuku, HI $60,540

Waimanalo, HI $61,221

Waimea, HI $60,593

Waipahu, HI $61,182

Honolulu, HI $61,274

J B P H H, HI $61,263

Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $61,136

Schofield Barracks, HI $61,119

Fort Shafter, HI $61,274

Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $61,274

Camp H M Smith, HI $61,260

M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $61,201

Wake Island, HI $61,274

Accounting and Auditing Clerk Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Accounting and Auditing Clerk 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, Accounting and Auditing Clerk positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Accounting and Auditing Clerk as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Accounting and Auditing Clerk

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$80,062	$38.0	30%
Internet	$76,983	$37.0	25%
Biotechnology	$73,903	$36.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$70,824	$34.0	15%
Pharmaceuticals	$70,824	$34.0	15%

Accounting and Auditing Clerk Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Accounting and Auditing 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.

$55,785

Average $61,586/year

$68,084

$4,649

Average $5,132/month

$5,674

$1,073

Average $1,184/week

$1,309

$27

Average $30/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,084	$5,674	$1,309	$33
Average	$61,586	$5,132	$1,184	$30
25th Percentile	$55,785	$4,649	$1,073	$27

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