How much does an Accounts Clerk make in Illinois? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accounts Clerk in Illinois is $50,335 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $57,627
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,360 to $54,152
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,741

Key Factors That Influence Accounts Clerk Salaries

An Accounts 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 Accounts Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accounts 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): $43,658
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $49,540
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,737
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,266
  • Expert (over 8 years): $91,175
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Accounting Clerk I less than 1 year $43,658
Accounts Clerk 1-2 years $49,540
Accounting Clerk III 2-4 years $55,737
Accounting Clerk IV 5-8 years $62,266
Accounting Supervisor over 8 years $91,175

Top Paying Cities for Accounts 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:

  • Effingham: $46,399
  • Saint Peter: $46,335
  • Salem: $46,511

Accounts Clerk Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Accounts Clerk roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Accounts Clerk positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Accounts Clerk as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Accounts Clerk

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services $62,919 $30.0 25%
Software & Networking $62,919 $30.0 25%
Biotechnology $57,885 $28.0 15%
Pharmaceuticals $57,885 $28.0 15%
Chemicals $55,368 $27.0 10%

Accounts Clerk Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Accounts 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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  • Monthly
  • Weekly
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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$46,360
Average $50,335/year
$54,152
$3,863
Average $4,195/month
$4,513
$892
Average $968/week
$1,041
$22
Average $24/hour
$26
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $54,152 $4,513 $1,041 $26
Average $50,335 $4,195 $968 $24
25th Percentile $46,360 $3,863 $892 $22

Find Your Next Accounts Clerk Job

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    Curis Services | Lincolnwood, IL

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    CFS | Chicago, IL

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  • Hawk Auto Group | Westmont, IL

    Hawk Auto Group | Westmont, IL

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  • Addison Group | Bartlett, IL

    Addison Group | Bartlett, IL

    Job Description. Job Description. Assignment Title. Accounts Payable Clerk. Location. Bartlett, IL. Assignment Type. Direct Hire. Compensation. $23.00 - $2... more

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