What are the main factors that influence an Accounting & Purchasing 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 & Purchasing Clerk?

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

How does experience change An Accounting & Purchasing Clerk's salary?

An Accounting & Purchasing Clerk's salary grows with experience: starting around $47,147 for beginners, reaching about $59,120 at mid-level, and approach $92,323 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Accounting & Purchasing Clerk?

Accounting & Purchasing Clerk salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Accounting & Purchasing Clerk roles are District of Columbia $64,035, California $63,792, Massachusetts $62,942. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Accounting & Purchasing Clerk roles make?

Salaries for Accounting & Purchasing Clerk level roles vary by specialization: Purchasing Clerk IV: $68,154; Accounting Clerk IV: $61,167; Purchasing Clerk III: $60,817; Senior Accounting Clerk: $54,790; Purchasing Clerk II: $52,977.

Accounting & Purchasing Clerk Salary in Hawaii

How much does an Accounting & Purchasing Clerk make in Hawaii? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accounting & Purchasing Clerk in Hawaii is $60,449 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,633
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,755 to $66,826
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,570

10% $49,570

50% (Median) $60,449

90% $72,633

Accounting & Purchasing Clerk Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,826	$5,569	$1,285	$32
Average	$60,449	$5,037	$1,162	$29
25th Percentile	$54,755	$4,563	$1,053	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Accounting & Purchasing Clerk Salaries

An Accounting & Purchasing 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 & Purchasing Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accounting & Purchasing 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): $47,147
Early Career (1-2 years): $52,711
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $59,120
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $65,006
Expert (over 8 years): $92,323

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Payroll Clerk I	less than 1 year	$47,147
Payroll Clerk II	1-2 years	$52,711
Accounting & Purchasing Clerk	2-4 years	$59,120
Payroll Clerk IV	5-8 years	$65,006
Payroll Team Lead	over 8 years	$92,323

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

District of Columbia: $64,035.
California: $63,792.
Massachusetts: $62,942.

District of Columbia $64,035 California $63,792 Massachusetts $62,942 Washington $62,710 New Jersey $62,687 Alaska $62,606 Connecticut $61,808 New York $61,484

Hawaii $60,449 Rhode Island $59,963 Maryland $59,634 Minnesota $59,182 Colorado $59,009 Illinois $58,951 Oregon $58,731 Delaware $58,569

New Hampshire $58,468 Virginia $58,240 Pennsylvania $57,575 Nevada $57,239 North Dakota $57,129 Michigan $56,956 Wisconsin $56,892 Vermont $56,765

Texas $56,412 Maine $56,389 Arizona $56,354 Ohio $56,314 Georgia $55,782 Indiana $55,516 Wyoming $55,464 Utah $55,383

Iowa $55,348 Kansas $55,070 Louisiana $54,989 North Carolina $54,961 Missouri $54,949 Florida $54,723 Montana $54,602 Nebraska $54,486

Kentucky $54,423 South Carolina $54,191 Tennessee $54,047 Idaho $53,989 New Mexico $53,567 Oklahoma $53,474 Alabama $53,133 South Dakota $52,560

Arkansas $52,248 West Virginia $52,080 Mississippi $51,577

Top Paying Cities for Accounting & Purchasing 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: $60,122
Anahola: $59,333
Captain Cook: $59,274

Aiea, HI $60,122

Anahola, HI $59,333

Captain Cook, HI $59,274

Eleele, HI $59,454

Ewa Beach, HI $60,068

Kapolei, HI $60,020

Haiku, HI $59,377

Hakalau, HI $59,244

Haleiwa, HI $59,905

Hana, HI $59,236

Hanalei, HI $59,256

Hanamaulu, HI $59,376

Hanapepe, HI $59,451

Hauula, HI $59,996

Hawaii National Park, HI $59,313

Hawi, HI $59,411

Hilo, HI $59,370

Princeville, HI $59,364

Holualoa, HI $59,298

Honaunau, HI $59,195

Honokaa, HI $59,272

Honomu, HI $59,365

Hoolehua, HI $59,195

Kaaawa, HI $60,016

Kahuku, HI $59,887

Kahului, HI $59,514

Kailua, HI $60,103

Ocean View, HI $59,347

Waikoloa, HI $59,341

Keauhou, HI $59,298

Kailua Kona, HI $59,369

Kalaheo, HI $59,383

Kalaupapa, HI $59,141

Kamuela, HI $59,302

Kaneohe, HI $60,090

Kapaa, HI $59,447

Kaumakani, HI $59,479

Kaunakakai, HI $59,266

Keaau, HI $59,411

Kealakekua, HI $59,380

Kealia, HI $59,400

Kekaha, HI $59,340

Kihei, HI $59,454

Kilauea, HI $59,365

Kapaau, HI $59,320

Koloa, HI $59,391

Kualapuu, HI $59,248

Kunia, HI $60,001

Kurtistown, HI $59,381

Lahaina, HI $59,392

Laie, HI $59,940

Lanai City, HI $59,248

Laupahoehoe, HI $59,398

Lawai, HI $59,479

Lihue, HI $59,376

Makawao, HI $59,423

Makaweli, HI $59,245

Maunaloa, HI $59,106

Mountain View, HI $59,350

Naalehu, HI $59,230

Ninole, HI $59,190

Ookala, HI $59,209

Paauilo, HI $59,281

Pahala, HI $59,246

Pahoa, HI $59,325

Paia, HI $59,395

Papaaloa, HI $59,406

Papaikou, HI $59,283

Pearl City, HI $60,078

Pepeekeo, HI $59,398

Puunene, HI $59,514

Volcano, HI $59,313

Wahiawa, HI $59,975

Pukalani, HI $59,423

Mililani, HI $60,048

Kula, HI $59,300

Waialua, HI $59,872

Waianae, HI $59,928

Wailuku, HI $59,422

Waimanalo, HI $60,091

Waimea, HI $59,474

Waipahu, HI $60,052

Honolulu, HI $60,143

J B P H H, HI $60,132

Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $60,008

Schofield Barracks, HI $59,990

Fort Shafter, HI $60,143

Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $60,143

Camp H M Smith, HI $60,129

M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $60,071

Wake Island, HI $60,143

Accounting & Purchasing Clerk Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

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

The top paying industries for an Accounting & Purchasing Clerk

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$78,584	$38.0	30%
Internet	$75,561	$36.0	25%
Biotechnology	$72,539	$35.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$69,516	$33.0	15%
Pharmaceuticals	$69,516	$33.0	15%

Accounting & Purchasing Clerk Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Accounting & Purchasing 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.

$54,755

Average $60,449/year

$66,826

$4,563

Average $5,037/month

$5,569

$1,053

Average $1,162/week

$1,285

$26

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,826	$5,569	$1,285	$32
Average	$60,449	$5,037	$1,162	$29
25th Percentile	$54,755	$4,563	$1,053	$26

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