Assistant Court Clerk Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Court Clerk make in the United States? As of October 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Court Clerk in the United States is $50,713 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $62,324
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,244 to $56,790
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,175

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Court Clerk Salaries

An Assistant Court 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Court Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Court 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): $44,224
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $49,447
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,462
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $60,982
  • Expert (over 8 years): $86,615
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Payroll Clerk I less than 1 year $44,224
Assistant Court Clerk 1-2 years $49,447
Payroll Clerk III 2-4 years $55,462
Payroll Clerk IV 5-8 years $60,982
Payroll Team Lead over 8 years $86,615

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Court 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:

  • San Jose: $63,964
  • San Francisco: $63,264
  • Oakland: $61,931

Assistant Court Clerk Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Court Clerk roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Court Clerk positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Court Clerk as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Court Clerk

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities $65,927 $32.0 30%
Financial Services $65,927 $32.0 30%
Internet $65,927 $32.0 30%
Pharmaceuticals $65,927 $32.0 30%
Software & Networking $65,927 $32.0 30%

How Education impacts an Assistant Court Clerk's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Court Clerk professionals enter the field with a high school degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Assistant Court Clerk with a high school is between $52,098 and $55,707.

Assistant Court Clerk Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Court Clerk
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 1.8%
High School 43.6%
Associate's Degree 24.1%
Bachelor's Degree 27.9%
Master's Degree or MBA 2.5%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0.1%

Assistant Court Clerk Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Court 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.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on October 01, 2026
$46,244
Average $50,713/year
$56,790
$3,854
Average $4,226/month
$4,733
$889
Average $975/week
$1,092
$22
Average $24/hour
$27
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $56,790 $4,733 $1,092 $27
Average $50,713 $4,226 $975 $24
25th Percentile $46,244 $3,854 $889 $22

Most common benefits for Assistant Court Clerk

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Assistant Court Clerk

Here are companies hiring for Assistant Court Clerk and their salaries, click below for more details.

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FAQ about Assistant Court Clerk

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Court Clerk?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Court Clerk roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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