What are the main factors that influence an Associate Accounting 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 Associate Accounting Clerk?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Associate Accounting Clerk roles, with salaries approximately 22% above the market median.

How does experience change An Associate Accounting Clerk's salary?

An Associate Accounting Clerk's salary grows with experience: starting around $45,346 for beginners, reaching about $58,966 at mid-level, and approach $95,488 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Associate Accounting Clerk?

Associate Accounting Clerk salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Associate Accounting Clerk roles are District of Columbia $64,022, California $63,779, Massachusetts $62,929. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Associate Accounting Clerk roles make?

Salaries for Associate Accounting Clerk level roles vary by specialization: Accounting Clerk IV: $61,167; Senior Accounting Clerk: $54,790; Accounting Clerk III: $54,753; Accounting Payroll Clerk: $51,496; General Accounting Clerk: $49,304.

Associate Accounting Clerk Salary in Hawaii

How much does an Associate Accounting Clerk make in Hawaii? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Accounting Clerk in Hawaii is $60,437 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,927
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,942 to $67,498
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,940

10% $49,940

50% (Median) $60,437

90% $73,927

Associate Accounting Clerk Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,498	$5,625	$1,298	$32
Average	$60,437	$5,036	$1,162	$29
25th Percentile	$54,942	$4,579	$1,057	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Associate Accounting Clerk Salaries

An Associate Accounting 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 Associate Accounting Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Associate Accounting 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): $45,346
Early Career (1-2 years): $54,517
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $58,966
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $74,494
Expert (over 8 years): $95,488

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk I	less than 1 year	$45,346
Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk II	1-2 years	$54,517
Associate Accounting Clerk	2-4 years	$58,966
Accounts Payable/Receivable Supervisor	5-8 years	$74,494
Accounts Payable/Receivable Senior Supervisor	over 8 years	$95,488

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

District of Columbia: $64,022.
California: $63,779.
Massachusetts: $62,929.

District of Columbia $64,022 California $63,779 Massachusetts $62,929 Washington $62,697 New Jersey $62,674 Alaska $62,593 Connecticut $61,795 New York $61,472

Hawaii $60,437 Rhode Island $59,951 Maryland $59,621 Minnesota $59,170 Colorado $58,997 Illinois $58,939 Oregon $58,719 Delaware $58,557

New Hampshire $58,456 Virginia $58,228 Pennsylvania $57,563 Nevada $57,227 North Dakota $57,118 Michigan $56,944 Wisconsin $56,880 Vermont $56,753

Texas $56,401 Maine $56,377 Arizona $56,343 Ohio $56,302 Georgia $55,770 Indiana $55,504 Wyoming $55,452 Utah $55,371

Iowa $55,337 Kansas $55,059 Louisiana $54,978 North Carolina $54,949 Missouri $54,938 Florida $54,712 Montana $54,591 Nebraska $54,475

Kentucky $54,411 South Carolina $54,180 Tennessee $54,036 Idaho $53,978 New Mexico $53,556 Oklahoma $53,463 Alabama $53,122 South Dakota $52,550

Arkansas $52,237 West Virginia $52,070 Mississippi $51,567

Top Paying Cities for Associate Accounting 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: $60,109
Anahola: $59,321
Captain Cook: $59,262

Aiea, HI $60,109

Anahola, HI $59,321

Captain Cook, HI $59,262

Eleele, HI $59,441

Ewa Beach, HI $60,056

Kapolei, HI $60,008

Haiku, HI $59,365

Hakalau, HI $59,232

Haleiwa, HI $59,892

Hana, HI $59,223

Hanalei, HI $59,244

Hanamaulu, HI $59,364

Hanapepe, HI $59,439

Hauula, HI $59,984

Hawaii National Park, HI $59,301

Hawi, HI $59,399

Hilo, HI $59,358

Princeville, HI $59,352

Holualoa, HI $59,285

Honaunau, HI $59,183

Honokaa, HI $59,259

Honomu, HI $59,352

Hoolehua, HI $59,183

Kaaawa, HI $60,004

Kahuku, HI $59,875

Kahului, HI $59,502

Kailua, HI $60,090

Ocean View, HI $59,334

Waikoloa, HI $59,329

Keauhou, HI $59,285

Kailua Kona, HI $59,357

Kalaheo, HI $59,370

Kalaupapa, HI $59,129

Kamuela, HI $59,289

Kaneohe, HI $60,078

Kapaa, HI $59,435

Kaumakani, HI $59,467

Kaunakakai, HI $59,254

Keaau, HI $59,399

Kealakekua, HI $59,367

Kealia, HI $59,388

Kekaha, HI $59,328

Kihei, HI $59,441

Kilauea, HI $59,353

Kapaau, HI $59,308

Koloa, HI $59,379

Kualapuu, HI $59,236

Kunia, HI $59,989

Kurtistown, HI $59,369

Lahaina, HI $59,380

Laie, HI $59,928

Lanai City, HI $59,236

Laupahoehoe, HI $59,385

Lawai, HI $59,467

Lihue, HI $59,364

Makawao, HI $59,411

Makaweli, HI $59,233

Maunaloa, HI $59,093

Mountain View, HI $59,337

Naalehu, HI $59,218

Ninole, HI $59,178

Ookala, HI $59,197

Paauilo, HI $59,269

Pahala, HI $59,234

Pahoa, HI $59,313

Paia, HI $59,383

Papaaloa, HI $59,393

Papaikou, HI $59,270

Pearl City, HI $60,066

Pepeekeo, HI $59,385

Puunene, HI $59,502

Volcano, HI $59,301

Wahiawa, HI $59,963

Pukalani, HI $59,411

Mililani, HI $60,035

Kula, HI $59,288

Waialua, HI $59,860

Waianae, HI $59,916

Wailuku, HI $59,410

Waimanalo, HI $60,079

Waimea, HI $59,462

Waipahu, HI $60,040

Honolulu, HI $60,130

J B P H H, HI $60,120

Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $59,995

Schofield Barracks, HI $59,978

Fort Shafter, HI $60,130

Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $60,130

Camp H M Smith, HI $60,117

M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $60,058

Wake Island, HI $60,130

Associate Accounting Clerk Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Associate Accounting Clerk roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 52% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 22% above the average. In contrast, Associate Accounting Clerk positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Associate Accounting Clerk as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Associate Accounting Clerk

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$73,733	$35.0	22%
Biotechnology	$72,524	$35.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$72,524	$35.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$69,502	$33.0	15%
Chemicals	$66,480	$32.0	10%

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

Understanding how an Associate Accounting 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.

$54,942

Average $60,437/year

$67,498

$4,579

Average $5,036/month

$5,625

$1,057

Average $1,162/week

$1,298

$26

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,498	$5,625	$1,298	$32
Average	$60,437	$5,036	$1,162	$29
25th Percentile	$54,942	$4,579	$1,057	$26

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